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DABL

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PZLR's score-building word puzzle: five five-letter words built around fixed letters, with 1 to 5 letter values to chase either a High or a Low total.

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Platforms
Web
Publisher
Rob and J

What is DABL?

DABL is PZLR’s daily score-building word puzzle. You make five five-letter words, each with one required letter already placed, and use the displayed 1 to 5 letter values to chase either a high or a low total. The selected daily mode determines which total counts as a win.

How to play

  1. Choose High or Low before starting the day’s game.
  2. Use the five letter-value groups to decide how expensive or cheap each word should be.
  3. Create five five-letter words, each using its given letter.
  4. Edit the words until satisfied, then submit the set.

Why play DABL?

Choose DABL if you like word construction with a numerical trade-off. The same letter values support two opposite goals, so the puzzle can reward either rich high-value words or careful economy.

Reading the feedback

A valid word immediately receives a score. In High mode, a total of 95 or more wins; in Low mode, a total of 55 or less wins. After submission, Review displays every submitted word and its score, giving the player a direct explanation of the final total.

Modes

High
Build five words to reach a total score of at least 95.
Low
Build five words to finish at 55 points or less.

Tips & strategy

  • Choose your mode before beginning: PZLR says there is one game per day and the choice is final for that run.
  • For High, look for words that use the letters placed in the highest-value group; for Low, avoid them where possible.
  • Use the per-word score feedback to revise a word before the final submission.

Popular questions

How do I win DABL?

Make five valid five-letter words. High mode wins at 95 or more points, while Low mode wins at 55 or fewer points.

Can I change DABL words before submitting?

Yes. The official instructions say you can continue editing the five words until you are happy, then select Submit.

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