Inlays
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Third-person singular present tense of inlay, meaning decorates a surface by inserting pieces of wood, stone, or metal into it.
“The craftsman inlays each panel by hand, embedding thin strips of walnut into the oak.”
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Wordle
Ends in AYS, a common Wordle ending. The I-N-L at the start narrows the field. Try PLAYS or CLAYS to find key letters early.
Scrabble
Worth 9 points. Y (4) adds modest value. INLAYS is a clean play sharing letters with common racks. No unusual hooks.
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