Word Search
Find the hidden words before time runs out.
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About Word Search
Word Search is the relaxing classic word-hunting puzzle. A grid of letters hides a list of words running in every direction — across, down, and diagonally, forwards or backwards. Drag across a line of letters to select a word; find it and it's crossed off your list. Clear the whole board to earn bonus time and jump to a fresh grid. With a steady countdown adding just enough pressure, it's the perfect mix of calm and quick-thinking — great for sharpening your eyes and vocabulary one word at a time.
How to play Word Search
- 1Read the word list below the grid.
- 2Press on the first letter of a word and drag to its last letter.
- 3Words can run horizontally, vertically, or diagonally — and backwards.
- 4Found words get highlighted and crossed off the list.
- 5Clear every word on a board for bonus time and a new grid.
Tips & strategy
- Scan for distinctive first letters of the words you're hunting.
- Check diagonals and backwards directions — words hide everywhere.
- Look for double letters or unusual letters to anchor a word.
- Clear boards fast to bank bonus time and rack up more finds.
Frequently asked questions
How do you play Word Search?
Drag across a straight line of letters — in any direction, including diagonals and backwards — to select a word from the list. Find them all before the timer ends.
Which directions can words go?
Words can be placed in all eight directions: horizontal, vertical, and both diagonals, and they may read forwards or backwards.
What happens when I clear a board?
Finding every word on a grid awards bonus time and loads a brand-new puzzle, so you can keep your streak going.