New York Times NYT Spelling Bee Answers and Solution for June 20, 2026

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Today’s pangrams are DROWNING, WORDING, and WRONGDOING.

DROWNING is defined as the process of dying by submersion in water. It is also defined as being overwhelmed or submerged by something in large quantities.

WORDING is defined as the specific choice and arrangement of words in a text or statement. It is also defined as the act of expressing something in words.

WRONGDOING is defined as illegal, unethical, or immoral behavior or conduct.

DONOR is defined as a person who gives blood, organs, or other biological material for medical use. It is also defined as a person or organization that contributes money or resources to a cause.

DOOR is defined as a movable barrier that opens and closes an entrance to a room or building. It is also defined as an opportunity or means of access to something.

DROID is defined as a robot or android, especially in science fiction.

DRONING is defined as speaking in a monotonous, dull manner. It is also defined as making a continuous, low humming sound.

DROWN is defined as to die or cause to die by submersion in water. It is also defined as to immerse or overwhelm something, or to make inaudible by covering with a louder sound.

GIRD is defined as to encircle or secure something with a belt or band. It is also defined as to prepare or strengthen oneself for something difficult.

GIRDING is defined as the act of encircling or fastening with a belt or band. It is also defined as preparing or bracing oneself for action or difficulty.

GORGING is defined as eating large amounts of food greedily or excessively. It is also defined as filling or cramming something full.

GORGON is defined as a monstrous creature in Greek mythology with snakes for hair and a petrifying gaze. It is also defined as a terrifying or repulsive woman.

GORING is defined as piercing or wounding with horns or a pointed object.

GRID is defined as a framework of regularly spaced parallel lines forming squares or rectangles. It is also defined as a network of power lines or distribution systems.

GRIDIRON is defined as a football field marked with parallel lines. It is also defined as a grill or cooking rack with parallel bars.

GRIN is defined as a broad smile showing teeth. It is also defined as to smile broadly, typically showing teeth.

GRIND is defined as to reduce something to powder or paste by crushing with force. It is also defined as to move with friction, creating a grating sound or sensation. It is also defined as to work steadily and monotonously.

GRINDING is defined as the process of reducing something to powder by crushing. It is also defined as moving or operating with friction and a harsh sound. It is also defined as steady, tedious work or effort.

GRINNING is defined as smiling broadly, typically showing the teeth.

GROG is defined as a drink made of spirits, typically rum, mixed with water.

GROIN is defined as the area where the abdomen meets the thigh.

GROW is defined as to increase in size, number, or degree. It is also defined as to develop from a seed or young state into maturity. It is also defined as to come to be or become gradually.

GROWING is defined as increasing in size, number, or intensity. It is also defined as developing or maturing from a younger state.

GROWN is defined as fully mature or developed. It is also defined as past participle of grow.

IGNORING is defined as deliberately refusing to notice, acknowledge, or pay attention to something.

INDOOR is defined as located, used, or occurring inside a building.

INGROWN is defined as growing abnormally into the skin, as a hair or toenail.

IRON is defined as a common metallic element used to make steel and other alloys. It is also defined as a tool or device with a flat metal surface used for pressing clothes. It is also defined as a shackle or restraint used to confine prisoners.

IRONING is defined as the process of pressing clothes with a hot iron to remove wrinkles.

IRONWOOD is defined as any of various hard, dense woods from tropical or subtropical trees.

NIGIRI is defined as a type of sushi consisting of a small mound of rice topped with raw fish or seafood.

NOIR is defined as a genre of crime film or fiction characterized by cynicism and moral ambiguity. It is also defined as black or very dark color.

NONWORD is defined as a sequence of letters or sounds that does not form a recognized word in a language.

NORI is defined as edible seaweed, typically dried into thin sheets and used in sushi.

ODOR is defined as a distinctive smell, especially one that is unpleasant.

ORIGIN is defined as the point or place where something begins, arises, or derives. It is also defined as a person’s ancestry or social background.

RIDDING is defined as the act of freeing or clearing something of an unwanted person or thing.

RIDGING is defined as the formation or creation of ridges. It is also defined as forming soil or earth into ridges.

RIDING is defined as traveling on the back of a horse or other animal. It is also defined as traveling in a vehicle as a passenger.

RIGGING is defined as the ropes, cables, and other equipment used to support a ship’s masts and sails. It is also defined as fraudulently manipulating or controlling something to achieve a desired outcome.

RIGID is defined as stiff and unable to bend or be flexible. It is also defined as strict and unwilling to change or adapt.

RIGOR is defined as the quality of being extremely thorough and careful. It is also defined as strictness or severity in judgment or conduct.

RIND is defined as the tough outer skin of a fruit or vegetable. It is also defined as the outer layer or edge of something.

RING is defined as a circular band of metal or other material worn on the finger. It is also defined as a circular or ring-shaped object or arrangement. It is also defined as the clear resonant sound produced by a bell or similar object.

RINGING is defined as making or producing a clear resonant sound. It is also defined as sounding clearly and distinctly.

RONDO is defined as a musical form with a recurring main section alternating with contrasting sections.

ROOD is defined as a cross or crucifix, especially one in a church. It is also defined as a unit of area equal to one quarter of an acre.

ROWING is defined as the act of propelling a boat forward using oars. It is also defined as traveling by boat using oars.

WIRING is defined as electrical cables and circuits installed in a building or device. It is also defined as the act of installing electrical wires or connecting devices with wires.

WORD is defined as a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing. It is also defined as information or a message, typically brief. It is also defined as a promise or oath.

WORN is defined as damaged or made thin by use or wear. It is also defined as looking tired or exhausted.

WRING is defined as to squeeze and twist something to extract liquid. It is also defined as to extract or obtain something with difficulty or reluctance.

WRINGING is defined as squeezing and twisting something to extract liquid or moisture. It is also defined as extracting something with difficulty or great effort.

WRONG is defined as not correct or accurate. It is also defined as morally or ethically bad or unjust. It is also defined as an unjust or illegal action or treatment.

WRONGING is defined as treating someone unjustly or causing harm to someone unfairly.

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