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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Word Deduction

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The essentials of playing Word Deduction

Start Word Deduction by looking at the playing area and its controls. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.

Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.

Try a more deliberate round

Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Notice the feedback after each input.

Understand the aim

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.

A walkthrough of the rules

  1. Enter five letters.
  2. Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
  3. Grey means no matching unused copy.
  4. Use the feedback to solve.

How to interact with the game

Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

See the idea in action

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. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.

A useful caution

Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.

Common questions

Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Deduction?

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.

While reading the Guide, how do I control Word Deduction?

For clarity: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.

For my first round, 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 this browser game, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?

Keep this in mind: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.

For this browser game, 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.

When I return, 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.

For this browser game, where should I start with Word Deduction?

Keep this in mind: Enter five letters.

For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For this browser game, how can I find Word Deduction again?

Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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.

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