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Word Deduction: rules and examples
Take a moment with Word Deduction before moving to another game. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Look at what changes after your first action.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
A small practice goal
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
The objective of a round
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
How a round unfolds
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
The controls to know
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Follow the example
With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Choose a deliberate next step.
Check this before moving on
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Further help with the game
Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
For clarity: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For this browser game, how do I control Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
As a new player, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
When I return, what format does Word Deduction offer?
For clarity: Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
Before I begin, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Word Deduction?
For clarity: Enter five letters.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While learning, how can I find Word Deduction again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While learning, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.