Daily word games to challenge your mind
A curated list of 9-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. Use this when Q is fixed in the 6th slot; rotate high-frequency consonants elsewhere to prune fast. For example: appliqued, appliques, barbequed.
| Word | Definition | Length | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| appliqued | 9 | 3 | |
| appliques | 9 | 3 | |
| barbequed | 9 | 3 | |
| barbeques | 9 | 3 | |
| boutiques | 9 | 3 | |
| colloquia | 9 | 3 | |
| critiqued | 9 | 3 | |
| critiques | 9 | 3 | |
| exchequer | 9 | 3 | |
| harlequin | 9 | 3 | |
| mannequin | 9 | 3 | |
| moresques | 9 | 3 | |
| mystiques | 9 | 3 | |
| nonliquid | 9 | 3 | |
| palanquin | 9 | 3 | |
| physiques | 9 | 3 | |
| postiques | 9 | 3 | |
| pratiques | 9 | 3 | |
| reconquer | 9 | 3 | |
| relacquer | 9 | 3 | |
| remarques | 9 | 3 | |
| sobriquet | 9 | 3 |
How do I play around a fixed Q in the 6th slot?
Try mixing common consonant clusters (ST, TR, CH) in other positions while keeping Q locked.
Why are uncommon words included?
We compile from a broad English list. Skim the top rows for more common picks.