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Updated June 2026
a small short-tailed game bird
“The quail nested in the long grass.”
/ˈkweɪl/
"Quail" 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 Q.
"Quail" is worth 14 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile Q — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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