Expand your word skills with the Letter Boxed puzzle from July 2, 2025. Once you’ve solved it, scroll down to compare your solution with the official answer from The New York Times.
REA
OIB
HTX
ANXIETY
How the Words Connect
BROUHAHA
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Starts with B (from “OIB”)
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Then uses R, O, U, H, A, H, A in a chain — all letters follow the rule that each next letter must come from a different side of the square than the one before.
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“BROUHAHA” means a noisy, overexcited reaction or fuss, fitting the chaos of clever word-building.
ANXIETY
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Continues from the last letter of the previous word (A)
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Uses N, X, I, E, T, Y — again switching sides properly
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“ANXIETY” is a feeling of worry or nervousness, but in puzzles, it means excitement!
Letter Flow Check
To win in Letter Boxed, the second word must begin with the final letter of the first — and here:
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BROUHAHA ends in A
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ANXIETY starts with A ✅
So this solution meets the criteria:
✔ Uses all 12 letters at least once
✔ Follows the no-same-side rule
✔ Maintains end-to-end link between the two words
Word Count: 2
That’s the ideal solution; only two words are used to solve the full puzzle. That’s the challenge!
Vocabulary Recap
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| BROUHAHA | A loud uproar or fuss |
| ANXIETY | Feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease |