Paris-Roubaix Word Search

Illustrated Paris-Roubaix scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
Illustrated Paris-Roubaix scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle

A free Paris-Roubaix word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.

Words to find: ARENBERG, BETHUNE, CASSEL, CLASSIC, COMPIEGNE, COBBLES, ENDURANCE, FINISH, HELL, MONUMENT, ONEDAY, ORCHIES.

Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.

Paris-Roubaix word list, defined

CLASSIC /klæsɪk/ · adjective
A person or thing that is considered to be a model of excellence or quality; a work of art or literature that is considered to be of the highest quality and most enduring. Related: traditional, timeless, authentic, original.
COBBLES /kɒbəlz/ · noun
Small stones used for surfacing roads and footpaths. A person who makes or repairs shoes, especially by hand. Related: stones, pebbles, pavers, flagstones.
ENDURANCE /ɛndərəns/ · noun
The ability or strength to continue despite fatigue, pain, or hardship; the state of being able to withstand or resist a difficult or unpleasant situation. Related: perseverance, tenacity, stamina, resilience.
FINISH /fɪnɪʃ/ · verb, noun
To complete or bring to an end; to put the final touches to something. The final stage or point in a process or activity. Related: complete, complete, finish off, conclude.
HELL /hɛl/ · noun, verb
A place or state of eternal punishment and suffering, often considered to be the underworld or the afterlife. To experience intense suffering or distress. Related: inferno, purgatory, abyss, perdition.
MONUMENT /ˈmɒnəmənt/ · noun
A structure or building erected to commemorate a person or event, or to mark a place of historical or cultural significance. A large stone or other structure, especially one that is impressive or monumental. Related: landmark, statue, monolith, obelisk.

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