Hints · 2026-08-02
WordGrid Daily hints for 2026-08-02
Start with gentle clues. Open the answer spoilers only when you are ready.
Hint level 1: gentle nudge
Read these first. They help you think in the right direction without naming any category.
- Group 1
Group 1 is usually the most direct group. Look for a shared use, setting, sound, or label — not just similar definitions.
- Group 2
Group 2 is a medium group with a familiar pattern. Look for a shared use, setting, sound, or label — not just similar definitions.
- Group 3
Group 3 is a trickier group that may need a second look. Look for a shared use, setting, sound, or label — not just similar definitions.
- Group 4
Group 4 is often the most playful or word-based group. Look for a shared use, setting, sound, or label — not just similar definitions.
Hint level 2: word initials
This reveals the starting letters of each group. Useful when you are one or two words away.
Open group 1 clue
The four answer words begin like this: C···· · P····· · S··· · M···. Use this only if you want help finding the exact set.
Open group 2 clue
The four answer words begin like this: C···· · T····· · S······ · R···. Use this only if you want help finding the exact set.
Open group 3 clue
The four answer words begin like this: B···· · M····· · S···· · T····. Use this only if you want help finding the exact set.
Open group 4 clue
The four answer words begin like this: C··· · C·· · T··· · S···. Use this only if you want help finding the exact set.
Hint level 3: category shape
This shows the category title pattern without fully spelling it out.
Reveal group 1 category shape
The category title has 2 words and looks like: S···· o······.
Reveal group 2 category shape
The category title has 2 words and looks like: R···· s······.
Reveal group 3 category shape
The category title has 2 words and looks like: B········ b·····.
Reveal group 4 category shape
The category title has 3 words and looks like: C·· w··· s·······.
Hint level 4: category names
This is close to a spoiler. Open it only when you want the category labels.
Reveal group 1 category name
Space objects
Reveal group 2 category name
Royal symbols
Reveal group 3 category name
Breakfast breads
Reveal group 4 category name
Cut with scissors
Answer spoilers
Final reveal: the exact four words in each group.
Reveal group 1 answer
COMET · PLANET · STAR · MOON
Reveal group 2 answer
CROWN · THRONE · SCEPTER · ROBE
Reveal group 3 answer
BAGEL · MUFFIN · SCONE · TOAST
Reveal group 4 answer
CLIP · CUT · TRIM · SNIP
FAQ
What are the WordGrid Daily hints for 2026-08-02?
The hints on this page progress from gentle clues to stronger category clues, then reveal the full answers only in spoiler sections.
What is the best way to use these hints?
Start with the soft hints, return to the puzzle, and only open the stronger hints or answers if you are still stuck.
Can I play this puzzle before seeing the answers?
Yes. Use the archive link for 2026-08-02 to play the full puzzle before opening the answer spoilers.