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Updated June 2026
A proper name of Arabic origin; also a type of plant or regional term.
“The Afifi variety of dates is prized in North Africa.”
"Afifi" repeats a letter (3 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 3 vowels help pin down vowel positions early.
"Afifi" is worth 11 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.
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