Universal Crossword

May 1, 2026

Anthony Gisonda

 

The first four clues have something in common that is hinted at by the fifth clue. Can you determine what it is?

 

1. REDHEAD 

2. LIME GREEN

3. STAR SEARCH

4. FLASH FLOOD  

5. Brake indicator 

 

Answer to Clue 5:

TAILLIGHT

 

Answers to Clue 1-4:

 

The word LIGHT could follow (tail) the first syllable and second syllables of REDHEAD and the first and second words of the other three clues to make new words and phrases: 

 

1. RED LIGHT - HEADLIGHT

2. LIMELIGHT - GREEN LIGHT

3. STARLIGHT - SEARCH LIGHT

4. FLASHLIGHT - FLOOD LIGHT