Puzzle Details
Use the level cards below to review the Daily Word Hive answers for May 28, 2026: BALE, CLOWN, POISON, FORESTS. Each card keeps the answer connected to the hint, definition, difficulty, and word-learning context.
Level 1 - 4-letter puzzle
BALE (4-letter answer)
Tied bundle of hay
A large bundle of goods such as hay, paper, or cloth tied tightly together.
BALE is marked medium, so the hint and definition are useful checks before you compare it with your own solve.
The hint "Tied bundle of hay" points toward BALE by describing the idea behind the answer in everyday language.
This 4-letter answer helps anchor the Daily Word Hive 4-letter level with a clear word meaning, not just a string of letters.
Level 2 - 5-letter puzzle
CLOWN (5-letter answer)
Funny performer in makeup
A performer who entertains with comedy, costumes, and tricks.
CLOWN is marked easy, making it a good confidence-building answer in the Daily Word Hive sequence.
The hint "Funny performer in makeup" points toward CLOWN by describing the idea behind the answer in everyday language.
This 5-letter answer helps anchor the Daily Word Hive 5-letter level with a clear word meaning, not just a string of letters.
Level 3 - 6-letter puzzle
POISON (6-letter answer)
Dangerous substance
A substance that can cause harm or death if taken in.
POISON is marked medium, so the hint and definition are useful checks before you compare it with your own solve.
The hint "Dangerous substance" points toward POISON by describing the idea behind the answer in everyday language.
This 6-letter answer helps anchor the Daily Word Hive 6-letter level with a clear word meaning, not just a string of letters.
Level 4 - 7-letter puzzle
FORESTS (7-letter answer)
Large wooded areas
Large areas of land covered mainly with trees and other plants.
FORESTS is marked easy, making it a good confidence-building answer in the Daily Word Hive sequence.
The hint "Large wooded areas" points toward FORESTS by describing the idea behind the answer in everyday language.
This 7-letter answer helps anchor the Daily Word Hive 7-letter level with a clear word meaning, not just a string of letters.