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Updated June 2026
a small engine or crane for hauling
“The jinny pulled the loaded wagons up the incline.”
"Jinny" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter J.
"Jinny" is worth 15 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile J — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
Change a single letter of “jinny” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.
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