Stuck on today’s Waffle Game? You aren’t alone. Waffle #1425 for Tuesday, 16 December is a particularly tricky grid, featuring a heavy reliance on common letters used in repetitive ways. If you are struggling to swap your way to victory within the 15-move limit, we have the clues you need to keep your streak alive.
Here is the breakdown for today’s puzzle, from gentle nudges to the full solution.
Table of Contents
π Today’s Letter Analysis
Before you start swapping blindly, take a look at the ingredients. Today’s grid is dominated by two specific letters. If you place your Rs and Es correctly, the rest will likely fall into place.
- R: There are 6 of them! (Yes, really).
- E: There are 4.
- U, O, N: There are 2 of each.
- Unique Consonants: S, W, C, T.
- Unique Vowels: I, A.
Top Tip: With so many ‘R’s, look for words ending in -ER, -OR, or even comparative adjectives (like “taller” or “faster”).
𧩠Spoiler-Free Hints for Waffle #1425
If you just want a nudge in the right direction without ruining the fun, try these definition-based clues.
Horizontal Word Hints:
- Row 1: To search an area very thoroughly (often used when cleaning or looking for something).
- Row 3: Situated further inside; the opposite of outer.
- Row 5: A mistake or accidental wrong action.
Vertical Word Hints:
- Col 1: A set of connected rooms, often found in a hotel.
- Col 3: The person who legally possesses something.
- Col 5: More uncommon than something else (a comparative adjective).
β οΈ Waffle 1425 Solution (Spoilers Below)
Are you down to your last swap? Here are the answers for today’s game.
| Position | Word |
| Horizontal 1 | SCOUR |
| Horizontal 2 | INNER |
| Horizontal 3 | ERROR |
| Vertical 1 | SUITE |
| Vertical 2 | OWNER |
| Vertical 3 | RARER |
π§ Word Origins & Definitions
Today’s puzzle features some interesting etymology. Here is what those words actually mean according to the game’s dictionary:
- SCOUR(Verb): To search an area thoroughly.
- Origin: From the Middle English scΗuren, meaning to travel around in search of enemies.
- INNER(Adjective): Being or occurring situated farther in.
- Example: “I’ve never met a cow that doesn’t seem to have an innate sense of inner calm.”
- SUITE(Noun): A group of connected rooms, usually separable from other rooms.
- Fun Fact: Borrowed from the Middle French suite, meaning “result” or “sequel”.
- RARER(Adjective): The comparative form of rare; very uncommon.
- Example: “There is nothing rarer than one with a sparkly nose.”
π§ Play the Game
Ready to apply these hints? Head over to the official site to play today’s puzzle: Play Waffle Game
Good luck, and see you tomorrow for Waffle #1426!