WordHive Answers for January 20, 2026
Here are the WordHive answers for all levels on January 20, 2026.
Level 1 – 4-letter puzzle
SPIN (4-letter answer)
Definition: To rotate quickly around a center point.
Hint: Turn around and around
This clue was meant to highlight how “Turn around and around” points to SPIN. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 4-letter words like SPIN, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 4-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 2 – 5-letter puzzle
STORM (5-letter answer)
Definition: Severe weather with strong winds, rain, or thunder.
Hint: Wild windy weather
This clue was meant to highlight how “Wild windy weather” points to STORM. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 5-letter words like STORM, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 5-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 3 – 6-letter puzzle
MUSEUM (6-letter answer)
Definition: A place where objects of art, history, or science are displayed.
Hint: Building displaying art or history
This clue was meant to highlight how “Building displaying art or history” points to MUSEUM. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 6-letter words like MUSEUM, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 6-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 4 – 7-letter puzzle
HOLIDAY (7-letter answer)
Definition: A special day when people celebrate or take time off work.
Hint: Special day off
This clue was meant to highlight how “Special day off” points to HOLIDAY. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 7-letter words like HOLIDAY, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 7-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
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