Nautical Yarns

A 13×13 crossword puzzle.

Released Thursday, 13 August 2026

The word “yarn” for a long tale likely comes from sailors spinning threads (yarns) while mending nets.

Rated 4.0 out of 5

Average solve time 23:01

Clues

  • 1a: Gel in a Petri dish (4)
  • 5a: Forest animal (4)
  • 9a: Standstill (6)
  • 11a: Montes ___; mountain range on the moon (5)
  • 13a: “Reveal the details!” (4,2)

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