Anagram Twins: Rearrange 8 Everyday Words Into New Ones

Good morning! Today’s eight words each have a secret twin: the same letters, rearranged into a brand-new word. A short clue tells you what the twin means, so take your time and enjoy the shuffle.

Today's anagram twins

Rearrange the capital-letter word into a new word that fits the clue.

  1. Rearrange DESERT into a word meaning: had a break to catch your breath.

  2. Rearrange SMILE into a word meaning: units of distance on an American road.

  3. Rearrange EVIL into a word meaning: a thin cover worn over a bride's face.

  4. Rearrange STONE into a word meaning: short messages you jot down.

  5. Rearrange MARCH into a word meaning: a lucky ___ bracelet is full of these.

  6. Rearrange SPARE into a word meaning: juicy fruits that grow on trees, often green or yellow.

  7. Rearrange DAIRY into a word meaning: a book for writing down your daily thoughts.

  8. Rearrange STEAM into a word meaning: groups that play a sport together.

How to Play

  • Read the clue, then type the new word and tap Check.
  • Stuck? Tap Hint for a little nudge, or Show answer to see the twin.
  • Your progress is saved on this device, so you can come back any time.

A Tip for Anagrams

Try saying the letters out loud, or write them in a circle on scrap paper instead of a line. Your eyes stop reading left to right, and new word shapes often pop out. Common endings such as -ED, -ES and -ER are good places to start.