Wordle #981
Wordle Answer — Thursday, February 19, 2026
The answer was a 5-letter verb/noun
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Definition
HOISTverb/noun
To raise or lift something, especially heavy objects, using mechanical equipment; as a noun, the apparatus used for such lifting.
The crew used a crane to hoist the heavy cargo onto the ship's deck.
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HOIST contains the relatively uncommon vowel combination OI, which many players may overlook when guessing. The blend of common letters can lead players to try words like MOIST or FOIST first, burning valuable guesses on near-misses.
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