Double Letters: Proceed With Caution

The later you discover a repeat, the fewer guesses to recover

(Published 2026-03-18)

Double-letter words carry some of the highest fail rates in our data. When you suspect a repeat, test it early — the later you discover a double letter, the fewer guesses you have to recover.

💡 SKILL, ABBEY, and TOOTH are confirmed target words that catch players off guard late in the game.