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Updated June 2026
courage, nerve, and energy
“She had the moxie to start her own business.”
mox·ie
"Moxie" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 3 vowels help pin down vowel positions early. Watch the less-common letter X.
"Moxie" is worth 14 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile X — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
Change a single letter of “moxie” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.
6-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “moxie”.
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