Letter Boxed Answers for Thursday, October 8, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
- 12 letters
- Solved in 2 words
The published solution uses 2 words — others of the same length usually exist.
The published two-word solution to today's New York Times Letter Boxed, along with the twelve letters and hints that narrow it down without giving it away. NYT prints one solution but the puzzle usually has several, so the hints are worth trying before the reveal. Updated every day for Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Hints before the answers
Open them in order. Each one gives away a little more, and the answers stay hidden until you ask for them.
Hint 1Gentlest
The twelve letters are Z, R, Q, I, G, Y, A, N, K, T, U, L.
Hint 2A little stronger
The published solution uses 2 words.
Hint 3A little stronger
The first word starts with T and has 8 letters.
Hint 4Strongest hint
The second word begins with the last letter of the first.
Two-word solution
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- TZATZIKI
- INQUIRINGLY
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How to play Letter Boxed
Spell around the box
Make words from the twelve letters. Back-to-back letters must come from different sides.
Chain the words
Each word starts with the last letter of the one before.
Use all twelve
Finish when every letter is used. Fewer words is the better solve.
Recent puzzles
Every past puzzle stays online. Browse the full Letter Boxed archive.
Questions
What is today's Letter Boxed answer?
The Thursday, October 8, 2026 puzzle solves in 2 words: TZATZIKI — INQUIRINGLY.
Can Letter Boxed always be solved in two words?
Most days yes, though some puzzles need three. The NYT publishes one solution, but others of the same length usually exist and count just the same.
What are the rules of Letter Boxed?
Each word must be at least three letters, consecutive letters cannot come from the same side of the square, and every word after the first has to start with the letter the previous one ended on. All twelve letters must be used.
Where can I find past Letter Boxed answers?
Every previous puzzle is kept with its solution in the archive.
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