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How to Play Word Deduction

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Making your first moves in Word Deduction

Open Word Deduction, check the instructions and begin a round. 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.

One thing to notice as you play

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.

What counts as success

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.

The playing sequence

  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.

Choosing and moving on screen

Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

See how the rules apply

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. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.

One detail worth checking

Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

A few questions answered

What is the goal of Word Deduction?

For clarity: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.

While learning, how do I control Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: 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 a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.

While learning, what format does Word Deduction offer?

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

As a new player, which play mode does Word Deduction use?

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?

For clarity: Enter five letters.

While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

When I return, how can I find Word Deduction again?

For clarity: 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?

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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