What are the highest-scoring words today?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams: annihilation, inhalation. Each pangram is worth extra points for using all letters.

How many total points are available in today's puzzle?

Today's puzzle has a total of 262 points available across 55 words. The Genius level requires approximately 70% of the total points.

NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - May 22, 2026

Q: What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee May 22, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for May 22, 2026 has 55 valid words with a total of 262 points available. The center letter is O and the available letters are: A-H-I-L-N-T.

Q: What are today's pangrams for May 22, 2026?

Today's pangrams are: Annihilation, Inhalation. There are 2 pangrams in total. Pangrams are special words that use all available letters.

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NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - May 22, 2026

Welcome to today's complete Spelling Bee solutions! Find all 55 valid words, 2 pangrams, strategic hints, and use our Word Checker tool below.

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Total Words

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Total Points

262

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Pangrams

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Center: O / Letters: A-H-I-L-N-T

🏆 Today's Pangrams

Pangrams are words that use all available letters. Today there are 2 pangrams:

🏆 ANNIHILATION (19 points)

🏆 INHALATION (17 points)

💡 Tip: Pangrams are the highest-scoring words in the game!

📝 Complete Word List - All Today's Solutions

Today there are 55 valid words in total:

aioli, allot, aloha, alto, anion, annatto, annihilation, annotation, anoint, anon, atoll, atonal, halo, holt, hoot, inhalation, initiation, into, intonation, iota, lanolin, lion, litho, llano, loan, loath, loin, loll, loon, loot, lotion, lotto, nation, national, nonillion, noon, notation, notational, notion, notional, oath, olio, onion, onto, talon, tattoo, titillation, toil, toll, tonal, tool, toon, toot, tooth, total

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📋 Words Organized by Points

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19 point words (12 letters)
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annihilation 🏆 PANGRAM! 🏆

17 point words (10 letters)
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inhalation 🏆 PANGRAM! 🏆

11 point words (11 letters)
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titillation

10 point words (10 letters)
0/4

annotation
initiation
intonation
notational

9 point words (9 letters)
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nonillion

8 point words (8 letters)
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national
notation
notional

7 point words (7 letters)
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annatto
lanolin

6 point words (6 letters)
0/6

anoint
atonal
lotion
nation
notion
tattoo

5 point words (5 letters)
0/14

aioli
allot
aloha
anion
atoll
litho
llano
loath
lotto
onion
talon
tonal
tooth
total

1 point words (4 letters)
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alto
anon
halo
holt
hoot
into
iota
lion
loan
loin
loll
loon
loot
noon
oath
olio
onto
toil
toll
tool
toon
toot

💡 Strategic Hints for Today's Puzzle

Need help finding more words? Check out these strategic hints:

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Strategic Overview Table

Word Length	Count	Tips
4	22	Focus on common endings like "on" and start with strong prefixes.
5	14	Experiment with "io" and "an" beginnings.
6	6	Look for combinations of "on" and "al" endings.
7+	8	Focus on longer words that use "nal" or "tion".

Letter Pattern Insights

To maximize your word creation, try the following productive combinations:

"on" - This is a highly versatile ending.
"io" - Explore words that utilize this combination.
"al" - A common ending that can lead to multiple words.

Pangram Hints

Two pangrams are lurking in this puzzle! Keep an eye out for words that incorporate all the letters, especially those that seem to combine "o" with other letters effectively.

Difficulty Guide

To find easier words, start with the 4-letter options. For harder words, look for less common endings or combinations, especially those marked as difficult. Don't shy away from experimenting with prefixes!

Today's Special Patterns

This puzzle features the common starting patterns "lo," "to," and "an." Leverage these to build your vocabulary and unlock more words!

Pro Tips

- Always consider the center letter "O" as a pivot for creating words.

- Use the most frequent starting combinations like "lo," "to," and "an" to branch out into longer words.

- Don't forget to mix and match endings; sometimes the best words come from combining unexpected elements!

Remember, every letter counts, and creativity can lead to amazing discoveries. Happy spelling!

📊 Today's Puzzle Stats

Word Lengths:
4L: 22 words • 5L: 14 words • 6L: 6 words • 10L: 5 words • 8L: 3 words

Top Starting Patterns:
LO: 8 • TO: 8 • AN: 6 • NO: 6

Common Endings:
ON: 19 • ION: 14 • AL: 6 • TO: 5

Letter Frequency:
N: 55 • T: 53 • L: 43

📊 Puzzle Analysis

Word Length Distribution

10L

11L

12L

Starting Letter Distribution

Word Statistics

Average Length: 5.7 letters
Points per Word: 4.8
Shortest Word: 4 letters
Longest Word: 12 letters

Common Patterns

❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Spelling Bee May 22, 2026

What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee May 22, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for May 22, 2026 has 55 valid words. The center letter is O and the available letters are: A-H-I-L-N-T.

What are today's pangrams for May 22, 2026?

Today's pangrams are: Annihilation, Inhalation. There are 2 pangrams in total.

What are the highest-scoring words for May 22, 2026?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams and longest words. Check the complete word list above for all solutions.

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