Daily word games to challenge your mind
A curated list of 4-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. Use this when X is fixed in the 4th slot; rotate high-frequency consonants elsewhere to prune fast. For example: apex, brux, calx.
| Word | Definition | Length | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| apex | 4 | 2 | |
| brux | 4 | 1 | |
| calx | 4 | 1 | |
| coax | 4 | 1 | |
| crux | 4 | 1 | |
| doux | 4 | 1 | |
| eaux | 4 | 1 | |
| falx | 4 | 1 | |
| faux | 4 | 1 | |
| flax | 4 | 1 | |
| flex | 4 | 1 | |
| flux | 4 | 1 | |
| hoax | 4 | 1 | |
| ibex | 4 | 2 | |
| ilex | 4 | 2 | |
| jeux | 4 | 1 | |
| jinx | 4 | 1 | |
| lynx | 4 | 1 | |
| minx | 4 | 1 | |
| onyx | 4 | 2 | |
| oryx | 4 | 2 | |
| plex | 4 | 1 | |
| prex | 4 | 1 | |
| roux | 4 | 1 |
How do I play around a fixed X in the 4th slot?
Try mixing common consonant clusters (ST, TR, CH) in other positions while keeping X locked.
Why are uncommon words included?
We compile from a broad English list. Skim the top rows for more common picks.