Five-letter words matching T_R_Y

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What fits T_R_Y?

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  • 2nd letter A, E, U
  • 4th letter D, F, R, T, Z
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TARDY

Late; overdue or delayed.

“He yawned, then raised a tardy hand over his mouth.”

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Past Wordle answer: November 17, 2023.

TERRY

A type of coarse cotton fabric covered in many small raised loops that is used to make towels, bathrobes and some types of nappy/diaper.

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TARRY

To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.

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TARTY

Like a tart (promiscuous woman); slutty, whorish.

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TARZY

A Tarzan swing.

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TURFY

Of, pertaining to, or constructed of turf.

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