A daily puzzle to find the longest hidden word in the fewest guesses. Tap letters left to right across the grid, skipping any you like, to spell words.
Phrasicle
What is Phrasicle?
Phrasicle is a daily word-chain puzzle where each row is built from overlapping two-word phrases. After filling in the rows, players use the words from the grid to uncover a common saying, called the Phrasicle.
How to play Phrasicle
Each row gives you a first word and a last word; fill in the three words between them so every adjacent pair forms a familiar two-word phrase. Once the grid is complete, arrange words from the grid to match today's common phrase. You can use clues, hints, or a grid reveal, but using more help lowers your final star rating.
Tips & strategy
- Start with rows where the given first and last words make an obvious two-word phrase, then work outward from there.
- Test each candidate word by checking both sides: it must pair with the word before it and the word after it.
- Keep the words you've uncovered in view as you go, since they are the same ones you'll need for the final Phrasicle.
- If you're aiming for the gold star tier, use as few clues as possible; the game's tiers are based on clue usage.
Frequently asked questions
How often does a new Phrasicle come out?
A new puzzle is available daily, and you can also play older puzzles from the archive.
What do the stars mean?
Your star tier depends on how many clues you use: 0–3 clues earns gold, 4–6 earns silver, and 7–10 clues or revealing the grid earns bronze.
Is Phrasicle free?
No pricing information is listed on the site, and the game appears to be playable directly in the browser.
Can I play previous puzzles?
Yes, the archive option lets you pick a puzzle from a past day and play it again.
Is there an app?
No app is mentioned; Phrasicle appears to be a browser-based game.
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