Looking for a short, geography-based answer? This one’s straightforward if you remember your Olympic history.
✅ Answer: SOCHI (5 letters)
The answer is SOCHI, the Russian resort city that hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics.
About Sochi
- Located on the Black Sea coast in southwestern Russia
- Known for its warm climate—ironically, a tropical city hosting the Winter Games
- Hosted the Olympics from February 7 to 23, 2014
- Events took place both in the coastal city and in the nearby Caucasus Mountains for skiing and snowboarding
Why It Works in Crosswords
- 5 letters — very grid-friendly
- Geography + sports = classic crossword combo
- Occasionally reappears as a clue like “City on the Black Sea” or “Host of the 2014 Games”
Quick Tip for Solvers
If a clue mentions an Olympic year, zero in on the host city, not the country. And if it’s 5 letters and winter-related? SOCHI should be your first guess.
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