Sconce
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A fixed structure providing shelter or screening against enemy fire or harsh weather, or a bracket fixed to a wall for holding candles or lights.
“The soldiers sheltered behind the low stone sconce until the barrage had passed over.”
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Wordle
SC opening with NCE ending, the ONCE sub-word in positions 3 to 6 is a common cluster worth testing early
Scrabble
Worth 10 points with two C tiles each scoring 3, good board versatility thanks to the useful NCE hook potential
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