NEARESTO

20/10/2026

GUESSES: 0

GAME #166

Frequently Asked Questions

Nearesto is a word guessing game where you navigate through alphabetically sorted dictionary using word boundaries. Unlike Wordle or Contexto, you get two anchor words (top and bottom) and the game tells you whether the secret word comes before or after your guess. Each guess narrows down your range until you find the secret word.

Start with common 5-letter words that split the dictionary well, like "HOUSE" or "MIDDLE". Watch the percentage numbers - small percentages mean you are close. The orange dot on the distance bar shows exactly where the secret word sits between your boundaries.

You have unlimited guesses. you can keep guessing until you find the secret word.

They show how far the secret word is from your top and bottom boundaries. A smaller number means you are closer from that direction. When both numbers get small, you are right there!

Think of our dictionary like a list from A to Z. Each guess becomes either the new top or bottom boundary depending on whether it comes before or after the secret word. The percentages show how many words are left between your boundaries.

It shows where the secret word sits between your top and bottom boundaries. Dot near the top means you are closer to your top word. Dot near the bottom means you are closer to your bottom word. It is your guide to the secret word!

Yes, A new secret word is available every day at midnight (local time). Come back daily for a new challenge.

Click "Archive" in the menu or "Play Archive" on the win screen. Pick any date from the calendar and jump right in.

Nope! You can play without an account. But signing up saves your progress across devices and tracks your stats.

The secret word gets revealed and the game ends. It's recorded in your history as "given up".

Nearesto blocks letters that would make your word impossible to fit alphabetically between your current top and bottom boundaries. It's actually helpful - saves you from wasting guesses!

Yes, Click "Create Game", pick any 5-letter word, and you'll get a unique link. Share it with friends and see who can find your secret word fastest.

Better luck next time!

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