Crossword Solver
Enter a pattern with known letters and ? for unknowns to find matching words.
Use ? for unknown letters
Matching Words
Enter a pattern with at least 2 characters to search.
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How to Use the Crossword Solver
Our crossword puzzle solver helps you find words that match a specific pattern. Use question marks (?) for letters you don't know yet.
Pattern Examples
P?TT?RN→ finds PATTERN??AT→ finds BEAT, BOAT, CHAT...ST???→ finds 5-letter words starting with ST???ING→ finds 6-letter words ending in ING
Works With All Crosswords
- New York Times Crossword
- LA Times Crossword
- Washington Post
- USA Today
- Wall Street Journal
- Any crossword puzzle!
Crossword Solving Tips
Start with Fill-in-the-Blank
These clues are usually the easiest. They give you a phrase with a missing word.
Use Crossing Letters
Fill in easy clues first, then use crossing letters to narrow down harder answers.
Look for Common Endings
Patterns like -TION, -ING, -NESS, -MENT, -ABLE are very common in crosswords.
Watch for Wordplay
Question marks in clues often indicate puns or wordplay. Think creatively!
Common Crossword Words
These words appear frequently in crossword puzzles due to their useful letter combinations:
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