Word Lanes Level 2986 Answers
10 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 2986, part of the Levels 2901-3000 block. Level 2986 contains 10 clues, each one solved and then typed back into the live Fanatee Inc app so that every answer on this page matches the word the game actually accepts. These are advanced levels, leaning on cultural references, lateral thinking, and longer answers. Below you will find each clue paired with its exact answer in a clean two-column table, followed by a word-by-word breakdown that explains why each solution fits its lane, how long it is, and which letters it hands to the crossing clues. If a lane is fighting you, start with the longest answer in the level: it releases the most crossing letters and usually collapses the rest of the stack. Because Word Lanes randomises level order per player after Level 12, the number printed on your screen may not be the number here - if the clues below are not the ones you are looking at, use the Clue Search Tool and type any word from your clue instead of hunting by number. You can also browse the neighbouring levels further down this page, jump back to the full 2901-3000 index, open the complete level list, or read the Tips for tactics that work on every tier. Answers verified by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov.
Level 2986 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| "A __ above the rest" | CUT |
| A beaver's home built above water level | LODGE |
| Dog leads or harnesses | LEASHES |
| John, English artist who painted The Hay Wain | CONSTABLE |
| Nickname of a famous brand of guitar | STRAT |
| Oscar statuette presented for movie achievements | ACADEMYAWARD |
| Remember | RECALL |
| The past tense of draw, a man's name | DREW |
| Vicky actress in American Pie, Tara __ | REID |
| Voice of the people | VOXPOPULI |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
CUT 3 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: CUT completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
LODGE 5 letters - the clue "A beaver's home built above water level" describes LODGE directly. STRAT in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
LEASHES 7 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Dog leads or harnesses" asks for more than one, and LEASHES fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
CONSTABLE 9 letters - reading "John, English artist who painted The Hay Wain" literally points to CONSTABLE. It begins with C and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
STRAT 5 letters - "Nickname of a famous brand of guitar" is a straight definition, and STRAT is the word that matches. It begins with S and ends with T; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
ACADEMYAWARD 12 letters - the clue "Oscar statuette presented for movie achievements" describes ACADEMYAWARD directly. It is the longest answer in Level 2986, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
RECALL 6 letters - "Remember" leads to RECALL by definition. The doubled L is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
DREW 4 letters - reading "The past tense of draw, a man's name" literally points to DREW. At just 4 letters, it is a quick fill - the crossing letters from longer answers should confirm it.
REID 4 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: REID completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with R and ends with D; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
VOXPOPULI 9 letters - the clue "Voice of the people" describes VOXPOPULI directly. It opens with an uncommon V, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 2986?
Level 2986 has 10 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 2986 looks different?
After Level 12, Word Lanes randomises level order per player. Your game may show this puzzle under a different number. Use the Clue Search tool on the homepage to find any clue by text.
Where are the answers verified?
Every answer is entered into the live Fanatee app by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov to confirm the game accepts it before publishing.
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