Familiar category examples
Less obvious. One in a Krillion.
Find the answer hiding just beyond your first thought. Explore the six rarity tiers, answer ladders, and the art of a better fit.
Know your rarity.
Rarity is assigned by the game’s answer bank. An obscure answer only earns 100 points if the game places it in the highest tier.
An unusual interpretation that still fits
Clear, established alternatives
Specific, less obvious examples
Specialist knowledge with a precise fit
The highest assigned rarity tier
Each point adds 10 metres of depth. A 100-point answer adds 1,000 metres; seven top-tier answers total 700 points and 7,000 metres.
From familiar to unexpected.
Each prompt has six rarity tiers. Compare the answers from Plankton to One in a Krillion to see how the points increase.
Name something that people sometimes forget to bring
Need a hint first?
Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Keys1 words · 4 characters
- Too Clever15Towel1 words · 5 characters
- Schooler30Gift1 words · 4 characters
- Rare60Travel adapter2 words · 14 characters
- Deep Cut85House key2 words · 9 characters
- One in a Krillion100Parking ticket2 words · 14 characters
Name something you might see in a flower shop
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Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Flowers1 words · 7 characters
- Too Clever15Wreaths1 words · 7 characters
- Schooler30Water1 words · 5 characters
- Rare60Tape1 words · 4 characters
- Deep Cut85Price tags2 words · 10 characters
- One in a Krillion100Plant labels2 words · 12 characters
Name something people do in a book club
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Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Read1 words · 4 characters
- Too Clever15Exchange books2 words · 14 characters
- Schooler30Set a deadline3 words · 14 characters
- Rare60Recommend an author3 words · 19 characters
- Deep Cut85Celebrate an anniversary3 words · 24 characters
- One in a Krillion100Plan the next meeting4 words · 21 characters
Name an outdoor activity offered at a holiday resort
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Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Swimming1 words · 8 characters
- Too Clever15Water skiing2 words · 12 characters
- Schooler30Bocce1 words · 5 characters
- Rare60Water polo2 words · 10 characters
- Deep Cut85Nature walks2 words · 12 characters
- One in a Krillion100Birdwatching1 words · 12 characters
Name something that can affect an outdoor sports match
Need a hint first?
Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Rain1 words · 4 characters
- Too Clever15Uneven ground2 words · 13 characters
- Schooler30Rule change2 words · 11 characters
- Rare60Broken floodlight2 words · 17 characters
- Deep Cut85Strong current2 words · 14 characters
- One in a Krillion100Rough waves2 words · 11 characters
Name a food often eaten at a picnic
Need a hint first?
Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Sandwich1 words · 8 characters
- Too Clever15Oranges1 words · 7 characters
- Schooler30Brownies1 words · 8 characters
- Rare60Pork pie2 words · 8 characters
- Deep Cut85Falafel1 words · 7 characters
- One in a Krillion100Dried fruit2 words · 11 characters
Name something you might see at a street market
Need a hint first?
Use one specific answer that fits every qualifier in the prompt. No published word limit; prefer the wording shown below.
- Plankton10Stalls1 words · 6 characters
- Too Clever15Baskets1 words · 7 characters
- Schooler30Carts1 words · 5 characters
- Rare60Street musicians2 words · 16 characters
- Deep Cut85Coffee stand2 words · 12 characters
- One in a Krillion100Souvenirs1 words · 9 characters
Right idea. Better wording.
Answer not accepted? Work through these six checks before discarding your idea.
Use the full name
Try the canonical name instead of an abbreviation or nickname.
Check the spelling
Look for missing letters, punctuation and the original title.
Stay in scope
A city cannot answer a country prompt. Use the specific kind of example requested.
Read every qualifier
Verify the date range, location, status and credited role.
Keep the answer specific
Use a single, clearly named example rather than a broad category or a list of alternatives.
Separate people from characters
If the prompt asks for a character, enter the character’s name rather than the actor who plays them.
A deeper cut in every category.
Places: separate city, country and region. People: verify names and roles. Time periods: check both boundary dates. Status: make sure every condition fits.
Put a deeper answer to work.
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