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How to Play Word Deduction

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Follow the steps for Word Deduction

Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Word Deduction. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

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

An idea for your next attempt

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.

Aim for this result

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.

The order of play

  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 your actions work

Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. A new-round button replaces the current round.

A useful 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. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.

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.

Questions about this game

On this playing page, what is the goal of Word Deduction?

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.

As a new player, how do I control Word Deduction?

Keep this in mind: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Word Deduction?

An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two.

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.

When I return, what format does Word Deduction offer?

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

For this browser game, which play mode does Word Deduction use?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For a quick reminder, where should I start with Word Deduction?

Here is the relevant explanation: Enter five letters.

On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?

For clarity: 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.

While learning, 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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