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Updated June 2026
a flowering plant known for its bright petals
“The field was ablaze with red poppy flowers.”
pop·py
"Poppy" repeats a letter (3 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.
"Poppy" is worth 14 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.
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