Shells
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of shell, the cylindrical metal casings containing explosive charges fired from artillery, or the hard protective outer coverings of animals such as snails and crabs.
“Artillery shells fell on the outskirts of the town throughout the night, rattling windows for miles around.”
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Wordle
Double L before S is uncommon, the SHE start and ELL pattern are frequent and worth confirming early
Scrabble
Worth 9 points, the S is inherent and SHELL is a clean five-letter base with several useful hook options
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