Today’s puzzle overview
- Grid size: 16 × 16
- Hidden words: 22
- Average word length: 6.7
- Word length range: 6–12 letters
- Longest word: JOHANNESBURG
- Directions used: Diagonal, Horizontal, Vertical
- Overlapping letters: 4
Why this is rated Hard
Larger grid and more words increase visual load. Focus on long words first, then scan methodically line-by-line and diagonally.
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Word Search FAQ
How long does today’s word search usually take to complete?
Hard word searches often take longer due to the larger grid and increased word count. A systematic scan works best.
What directions are words hidden in this puzzle?
Words in today’s puzzle may appear in the following directions: Diagonal, Horizontal, Vertical.
What’s the best strategy for solving this puzzle?
Start by finding the longest word (JOHANNESBURG) to anchor your search, then work outward using letter patterns.
Find these words:
JOHANNESBURGBUFFERLESSONCHLORINEBANANACHURCHANGOLAINDIGOFACTORYLATENCYHOSPITALCAREERMUSEUMCOSMOSMANAGERLAMBDACOBALTMEIOSISLEOPARDGAZELLECRUISEGRATER
💡 How to play: Click and drag from the first to the last letter of a word — or simply click its first and last letters to select it.