NYT Wordle · #1854

Wordle Hints & Answer (#1854) — July 17, 2026

By Sneha Rajput·July 17, 2026

Wordle hints for July 17, 2026

Eight clues, gentlest first — tap only as many as you need. Category is safest; the definition is the biggest tell. Skip to the answer →

1 Category What kind of word is it?

An adjective — relating to the system of rules enforced by a governing authority.

2 Synonym A word that means something similar

lawful

3 Used in a sentence See it in context, with the word blanked out

The attorney confirmed that signing the contract was entirely _____ under current regulations.

4 Starting letter The first letter

Today's Wordle starts with L.

5 Letter pattern Consonants shown, vowels hidden

Consonants shown; each blank tile is a vowel.

LGL

6 Ending letter The last letter

Today's Wordle ends with L.

7 One more letter Reveal interior letters, one at a time

Still stuck? Uncover interior letters one at a time — enough to guarantee the word.

2nd letterTap to reveal

3rd letterTap to reveal

8 Full definition The dictionary definition — the biggest tell

Permitted by or in accordance with established law; not forbidden or outside the bounds of what the law allows.

Kept covered until you tap. Tap a tile to reveal that letter, or show the whole word.

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