Five-letter words matching I_S__

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ISSUE is the only possible answer that fits.

The other 6 matches are valid Wordle guesses, but not possible answers.

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What fits I_S__?

All 7 matching words are shown above. 1 is a possible answer.

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  • 2nd letter M, N, S
  • 4th letter E, H, P, U
  • 5th letter E, I, O, T, Y
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ISSUE

The action or an instance of flowing or coming out, an outflow

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Past Wordle answer: August 18, 2025.

IMSHI

Alternative form of imshee.

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IMSHY

Alternative form of imshee.

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INSEE

To see into; to observe acutely.

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INSET

To set in; infix or implant.

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INSPO

Clipping of inspiration.

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ISSEI

A member of the first generation of Japanese immigrants to North America, South America, or Australia.

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Common questions
How many five-letter words match I_S__?
7 five-letter words match I_S__ in this site's Wordle guess list. Of these, 1 is a possible answer.
Which matching word has the highest feedback entropy?
Among all matching words, INSET has the highest feedback entropy at 5.28 bits against the possible answers.
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