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Wordle #1793

Wordle Hints and Answer for Sunday, May 17, 2026

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Today's puzzle is rated Hard difficulty, so you may need extra hints! The answer is a noun with 1 vowel and uses less common letters.

Difficulty: Hard
noun

Letter Facts

Vowels
1
Consonants
4
Repeats
No
Letters
Less Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

BLOWNWALTZBRAWL

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to rules, regulations, or governance.

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Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might encounter this term at a homeowners association meeting or when reviewing the rules of a private organization.

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Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word begins with the letter B.

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Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

A near synonym would be regulation or ordinance, specifically one made by a local authority or private entity rather than a national government.

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Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with DRAW.

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Final Clue

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Final Clue

This five letter word starts with B and ends with W, and refers to an internal rule governing an organization.

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Answer

BYLAW

A bylaw is a rule or regulation made by a local authority, corporation, or other organization to govern its own affairs. The term comes from the Old Norse word 'bylög' meaning 'town law.' Bylaws are commonly associated with homeowners associations, clubs, and corporations, establishing procedures for meetings, membership, and organizational conduct.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle contains the less common letter Y in an unexpected position. When you are stuck, consider that Y can appear not just at the end of words but also in the middle, serving as a vowel sound. Words with uncommon letter combinations often trip up solvers who rely too heavily on common patterns.