Illustrated Patriots Day scene — AI-generated artwork behind this film's word search puzzle
Patriots Day (2016), as a word search. 12 words drawn from characters, props, locations, and themes sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Directed by Peter Berg · Drama, History, Thriller · Released 2016.
Words to find: PATRIOTS, BOSTON, MARATHON, FINISHLINE, SAUNDERS, DAVIS, DESLAURIERS, GOODMAN, BACON, SIMMONS, WAHLBERG, PETER.
Found words stay highlighted, so the grid gets easier to read as you go and the final few tend to fall quickly.
Patriots Day word list, defined
PATRIOTS/ˈpeɪtrɪəts/ · noun
People who are devoted to their country and its interests, especially to the extent of being willing to fight for it. Related: nationalists, loyalists, patriots, chauvinists.
BOSTON/ˈbɒstən/ (UK), /ˈbɔːstən/ or /ˈbɑːstən/ (US) · noun
Boston is chiefly a proper noun: the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, USA, founded in 1630 by Puritan colonists. As a common noun, "boston" can also refer to a card game resembling whist that was popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
MARATHON/məˈræθɒn/ · noun
A long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles) in length. A prolonged and arduous effort or activity. Related: long-distance run, ultramarathon, triathlon, marathon runner.
GOODMAN/ˈɡʊdmən/ · noun
A man of good character or reputation; a respectable man. A man who is a good friend or companion. Related: gentleman, man of honor, respectable man, good fellow.
BACON/ˈbeɪkən/ · noun
Cured meat taken from the sides, belly, or back of a pig, typically sliced into thin strips and fried or grilled. In British usage the term often refers specifically to back bacon, while American bacon is usually made from pork belly. Related: rasher, pork belly, lardons, pancetta.
PETER/piːtər/ · proper noun
A masculine given name, derived from Greek 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. Related: Paul, John, James, William.