Word Lanes Level 87 Answers
8 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 87, part of the Levels 1-100 block. Level 87 contains 8 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 sit in the intermediate band, where the order turns random, clues start using wordplay, and multi-word answers appear. 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 1-100 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 87 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| 12 months off before university | GAPYEAR |
| A myth, a fantastic tale | LEGEND |
| Battle of the Charge of the Light Brigade | BALACLAVA |
| Cat toilet found in houses and animal shelters | LITTERBOX |
| Hairstyle with tight, orderly braids | CORNROWS |
| Octopus arm | TENTACLE |
| The __ down, poker saying meaning pressure is on | CHIPSARE |
| Where Santa lives and works | NORTHPOLE |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
GAPYEAR 7 letters - "12 months off before university" is a straight definition, and GAPYEAR is the word that matches. It begins with G and ends with R; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
LEGEND 6 letters - the clue "A myth, a fantastic tale" describes LEGEND directly. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
BALACLAVA 9 letters - "Battle of the Charge of the Light Brigade" leads to BALACLAVA by definition. It ties with LITTERBOX for the longest lane in Level 87 at 9 letters, so either one opens up the most crossings.
LITTERBOX 9 letters - reading "Cat toilet found in houses and animal shelters" literally points to LITTERBOX. The doubled T is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
CORNROWS 8 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Hairstyle with tight, orderly braids" asks for more than one, and CORNROWS fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
TENTACLE 8 letters - the clue "Octopus arm" describes TENTACLE directly. CORNROWS in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
CHIPSARE 8 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: CHIPSARE completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with C and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
NORTHPOLE 9 letters - reading "Where Santa lives and works" literally points to NORTHPOLE. It begins with N and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 87?
Level 87 has 8 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 87 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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