Answer key | June 21, 2026
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SPACE / SHIFT / ENTER / ESCAPE
SPACE, SHIFT, ENTER, and ESCAPE all fit the category "Computer keys". They are labeled on many keyboards. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
LAWYER / BATTERY / RHINO / CARD
LAWYER, BATTERY, RHINO, and CARD all fit the category "Things that charge". Charge has a different meaning for each. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
FROST / PARKA / ICICLE / SLED
FROST, PARKA, ICICLE, and SLED all fit the category "Winter words". Cold weather brings these out. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
DRONE / KITE / EAGLE / JET
DRONE, KITE, EAGLE, and JET all fit the category "Things that fly". They spend time in the air. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.