NYT Spelling Bee Answers for October 29, 2026

Official answers and hints for the New York Times Spelling Bee on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Spelling Bee hints

Today's Spelling Bee Letters

B
D
E
G
L
O
I

October 29, 2026

Pangram

1 pangram
OBLIGED (14 pts)

4-Letter Words

15 words
BIDE1 pt
BILE1 pt
BILL1 pt
BOIL1 pt
DELI1 pt
DIED1 pt
DILL1 pt
GIBE1 pt
GILD1 pt
GILL1 pt
GLIB1 pt
IDLE1 pt
IDOL1 pt
LIED1 pt
OLIO1 pt

5-Letter Words

20 words
BEIGE5 pts
BELIE5 pts
BIBLE5 pts
BIDED5 pts
BILGE5 pts
DILDO5 pts
DIODE5 pts
DOGIE5 pts
ELIDE5 pts
GELID5 pts
GEOID5 pts
GIBED5 pts
GLIDE5 pts
IDLED5 pts
IGLOO5 pts
LIBEL5 pts
LIEGE5 pts
OILED5 pts
OLDIE5 pts
OLLIE5 pts

6-Letter Words

23 words
BELIED6 pts
BIGGIE6 pts
BILLED6 pts
BODIED6 pts
BOILED6 pts
BOOGIE6 pts
DIDDLE6 pts
DOGGIE6 pts
DOOBIE6 pts
EDDIED6 pts
EDIBLE6 pts
ELIDED6 pts
GIGGED6 pts
GIGGLE6 pts
GIGOLO6 pts
GILDED6 pts
GILLED6 pts
GLIDED6 pts
GOODIE6 pts
IODIDE6 pts
LIBIDO6 pts
LIDDED6 pts
OBLIGE6 pts

7-Letter Words

10 words
BELLIED7 pts
BOOGIED7 pts
DIDDLED7 pts
DOLLIED7 pts
GIGGLED7 pts
LEGIBLE7 pts
LIBELED7 pts
LIBELEE7 pts
LOBBIED7 pts
OBLIGED14 pts

8-Letter Words

2 words
BLOODIED8 pts
ELIGIBLE8 pts

9-Letter Words

1 word
ILLEGIBLE9 pts

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About this puzzle

October 29, 2026

Welcome to the answers page for the New York Times Spelling Bee puzzle dated October 29, 2026. This puzzle features the letters IBDEGLO, with 'I' as the center letter. With a total of 71 words to discover, including the pangram 'OBLIGED', this challenge is both engaging and rewarding for word enthusiasts.

Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer to the Spelling Bee, our guide will help you uncover the words you might have missed. Dive into the fun of word formation and see how many you can create using the given letters!

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Tips for Solving the Spelling Bee

Use the center

To excel in the Spelling Bee, start by identifying the center letter and looking for common prefixes and suffixes.

Hunt the pangram

Think of various word forms, such as plurals or different tenses, to maximize your score.

Spot patterns

Don’t forget to rearrange the letters to discover new combinations!Additionally, practicing regularly can help sharpen your skills and boost your word recall. The more you play, the easier it becomes to spot potential words quickly.

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About the NYT Spelling Bee

The NYT Spelling Bee is a popular word puzzle that challenges players to create as many words as possible from a set of seven letters, where one letter must be used as the center letter. It's a great way to enhance vocabulary and exercise your brain while having fun.

Each puzzle has a unique set of words, and finding the pangram—using all the letters at least once—adds an extra layer of excitement. Players of all skill levels can enjoy the Spelling Bee, making it a beloved daily ritual for many.

Questions

FAQ

What is the NYT Spelling Bee?

The NYT Spelling Bee is a daily word puzzle where players create words from a set of letters, including a mandatory center letter.

How many words can be made from the letters IBDEGLO?

For the puzzle on October 29, 2026, a total of 71 words can be made from the letters IBDEGLO.

What is a pangram in the Spelling Bee?

A pangram is a word that uses all the provided letters at least once; in this puzzle, the pangram is 'OBLIGED.'

What is NYT Spelling Bee?

Spelling Bee is a New York Times word puzzle. You make words from seven letters, and every word must include the center letter.

How are points scored?

Four-letter words score 1 point. Longer words score one point per letter. A pangram that uses every letter earns a 7-point bonus.

Why are answers blurred?

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