February 19, 2025

Game

TICK

TOCK

DING

DOCK

NICK

COCK

PONY

MOCK

CHIME

PIG

WHARF

SCRATCH

LIGHTHOUSE

CUCKOO

DENT

BOARDWALK

Structures commonly found near the shore or waterfront

BOARDWALK: A wooden walkway along a beach or waterfront, often used for leisurely strolls.
DOCK: A structure extending from the shore into the water, used for mooring boats or ships.
LIGHTHOUSE: A tower with a bright light at the top, used to guide ships at sea.
WHARF: A structure built along the shore for ships to load and unload cargo or passengers.

Minor flaws or damages

DENT: A small depression or hollow in a surface, often caused by impact.
DING: A small dent or mark, usually caused by a minor collision.
NICK: A small cut or notch, often on the edge of an object.
SCRATCH: A shallow mark or groove on a surface, typically caused by scraping.

Sounds associated with a cuckoo clock

CHIME: A melodious ringing sound, often produced by bells or a clock.
CUCKOO: The sound made by the cuckoo bird, which is mimicked by a cuckoo clock.
TICK: The short, sharp sound made by a clock or watch as it marks each second.
TOCK: The second part of the 'tick-tock' sound made by a clock, often deeper than the 'tick'.

Words that can precede 'tail' to form a common phrase or term

COCK: Refers to 'cocktail,' a type of mixed drink.
MOCK: Refers to 'mocktail,' a non-alcoholic mixed drink.
PIG: Refers to 'pigtail,' a type of hairstyle or braid.
PONY: Refers to 'ponytail,' a hairstyle where hair is tied back and hangs down.