Hints forDecember 17, 2024
Today's Spelling Bee (December 17, 2024) offers a moderately challenging puzzle centered around the letter 'L'. Featuring 47 words including one pangram, players might spend 20-25 minutes to achieve Queen Bee status. The puzzle includes a mix of scientific terms and everyday language, with many words related to calmness and cooperation. To help you get started, here's a hint: keep an eye out for words linked to tranquility and union. Ready for more? Here's:
- Think of ancient sorcery to uncover a magical word.
- Imagine calming a stormy sea with this tranquil term.
- Explore alleys and pathways in a bustling city.
- A partner in crime or a loyal friend might help here.
- Remember the ritualistic bread from festive occasions.
- A mammalian companion with a hump could guide you.
- Envision a dual helix and genetic connections for clues.
- A sharp pinch from a mollusk might reveal an answer.
Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal
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Does using Spelling Bee hints count as completing the game?
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