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.
ThroughWord
Group words in threes to uncover their shared Throughword.
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Play on throughword.appWhat is ThroughWord?
ThroughWord is a daily word puzzle built around grouping words in threes. Each trio shares a hidden 'Throughword' — a word that connects with all three members of the group. Players must identify the groups and then unlock the common word that fits each one.
How to play ThroughWord
The puzzle presents a set of words. Players select three words that form a group and submit them as a guess. If correct, the group is locked in and the Throughword for that group can be unlocked. The interface includes shuffle, deselect, and submit options, along with a mistake counter. Players can give up, reveal the Throughword, or continue guessing for fun.
Tips & strategy
- Look for words that can pair with a common term to form compound words or phrases — that shared term is likely the Throughword.
- Pay attention to the scoring breakdown: base score, Throughword score, and order bonus suggest that both correct grouping and the order in which you solve groups affect your final result.
- Use the archive to practice past puzzles and build familiarity with the game's grouping logic.
Frequently asked questions
How is ThroughWord scored?
The game tracks a base score out of 80, a Throughword score out of 15, and an order bonus out of 4, though the exact scoring rules are not detailed.
Can I play previous puzzles?
Yes, the game includes an archive of past puzzles, accessible from the main menu.
Does ThroughWord track my stats?
Yes, it records games played, win rate, current and max streaks, perfect games, and more. A player code system lets you restore stats across devices.
Where to play
Play ThroughWordthroughword.app · free, new puzzle daily
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