If you’ve ever played the New York Times Spelling Bee, you know how satisfying it feels to find that one word hiding in plain sight.

About today’s puzzle

The hive for today buzzes with intensity and precision. With P at the center and a sharp mix of Y, I, T, N, G, L, this one feels like a riddle that tests your focus — soft yet piercing.

As always, here are the day’s basic rules:

  • Every word must include the center letter P
  • Words must be at least four letters long
  • Letters available: Y, I, T, N, G, L
  • Center letter: P

NYT Spelling Bee Answers: 14 October 2025

Here are some of today’s likely finds from the hive:

  • PITY
  • PINNY
  • PING
  • PILL
  • PIGGY
  • PINNING
  • PINT
  • NIPPY
  • TIPPLING
  • PIPPIT
  • PILLING
  • TIPPY
  • TYPING
  • PLYING
  • TYPILY

Pangram

PITYINGLY — a word full of emotion and subtle judgment. It captures that tender but complex energy of the day — thoughtful, layered, a little sharp around the edges.

Quick tactics for any puzzle

  1. Start with the center letter.
    Since every word must include it, try building short “roots” with that letter first, then expand.
  2. Play with prefixes and suffixes.
    Look for common starters (like re-, pre-, tri-) and endings (like -er, -ry, -ing). These patterns often unlock multiple words.
  3. Anagram your discoveries.
    Once you’ve found a word, shuffle its letters around — you’ll often uncover two or three more.
  4. Use repeated letters.
    Remember, the same letter can appear more than once. Doubling letters opens up words you might otherwise overlook.
  5. Hunt for pangrams.
    Try to use all seven letters at least once. Pangrams aren’t always easy, but when you find one, it feels like striking gold.

Habits to sharpen your skills

  • Begin with easy 4-letter words to get your brain moving.
  • Rotate vowels and consonants through different combinations to see what “clicks.”
  • Step away and return later — fresh eyes will catch words you missed.

Optional tools if you want extra help

  • Pen and paper. Writing the letters down or sketching patterns can reveal hidden words.
  • Word-finding apps. Great for study or practice, but use sparingly if you want to keep the challenge.
  • Personal word journal. Track words you miss often — over time, you’ll train yourself to recognize them quickly.

Wrap-up

Today’s puzzle feels reflective — not loud, but meaningful. “PITYINGLY” reminds you that gentleness can still hold power. That precision, empathy, and focus can create something beautiful.

Keep spinning your words and stay curious, because tomorrow’s hive might just hum in your rhythm.
Keep collecting your wins, one letter at a time.