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How to Use a Dictionary

Dictionaries are overflowing with interesting information! Here's how to get the most out of your dictionary.

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How to Use a Dictionary

 

The best way to find information in the dictionary

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An imaginary word that snuck into the dictionary

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We're intent on clearing it up

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And is one way more correct than the others?

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Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
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Blossom Pick the best words!
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The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
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