Wordy SolverLetter Boxed Hints & Answers - Feb 16, 2026
Get hints and answers for the NYT Letter Boxed puzzle for Feb 16, 2026. Find the shortest solution, all 2-word and 3-word solutions, and progressive hints to help you solve without spoiling the fun!
Puzzle for Monday, February 16, 2026
35 two-word solutions • 761 three-word solutions • 1 four-word solutions
Connect letters to form words. Each new word must start with the last letter of the previous word. Use every letter at least once.
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What is NYT Letter Boxed and How to Play?
Letter Boxed is an innovative daily word puzzle from The New York Times that challenges players to use all 12 letters arranged around a square. The twist? You create a chain of words where each word must start with the last letter of the previous word, and consecutive letters in a word cannot come from the same side of the box. The goal is to use every letter at least once in as few words as possible.
Steps for Solving the Puzzle
Start Your Chain
Begin with any letter and create a valid word by connecting letters around the box. Remember, you can't use two letters from the same side consecutively.
Link Your Words
Your next word must start with the last letter of your previous word. This creates a continuous chain that helps you strategically use all letters.
Complete the Box
Continue building your word chain until you've used all 12 letters at least once. Aim for the minimum number of words - typically 2-5 words total.
Game Rules
12 Letters: 3 letters on each side of the square
No Same-Side Consecutive Letters: Can't use letters from the same side back-to-back
Word Chaining: Each word starts with the previous word's last letter
Use All Letters: Every letter must be used at least once
Valid Dictionary Words: Only recognized English words accepted
Minimum 3 Letters: Each word must be at least 3 letters long
Strategy Tips
Look for Long Words: Longer words use more letters efficiently. Explore 7-letter words, 8-letter words, or even longer
Work Backwards: Sometimes starting from hard-to-use letters helps
Par Solutions
Perfect (2 words): The ultimate achievement
Excellent (3 words): Above par performance
Good (4 words): Solid solving
Fair (5 words): Completed the puzzle
Solved (6+ words): Used all letters successfully
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