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Back to basics

Simple-looking ideas make a useful practice board for the core word solitaire moves.

This gentle word solitaire puzzle has 20 cards in four columns. Move matching runs and collect category groups of at least 1 when a category is open. No account is needed.

A small strategy note

Try moving a matching group between columns before tucking it away; the cards below may matter more.

Play the cards on this page, or read the full rules first. This introduction does not reveal the words or category answers.

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