Illinois Word Search

Illinois, as a word search. 12 words drawn from state symbols, landmarks, food, and famous cities 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.

Words to find: CHICAGO, SPRINGFIELD, ROCKFORD, PEORIA, AURORA, NAPERVILLE, CARDINAL, VIOLET, WHITEOAK, DEER, MONARCH, TULLYMONSTER.

Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.

Illinois word list, defined

AURORA /ɔːˈrɔːrə/ · noun

The natural light display in the sky at sunrise or sunset, caused by light from the sun interacting with the Earth's atmosphere. A spectacular display of colored light in the sky, typically seen at dawn or dusk. Related: dawn, sunrise, sunset, daybreak.

CARDINAL /kɑːrdɪnəl/ · noun

A cardinal is a type of bird, typically brightly colored, and a senior bishop in a Christian church. The term can also refer to a principal or essential element. Related: principal, primary, chief, essential.

VIOLET /vɪˈoʊlət/ · noun

A purple flower, often used as a dye or in perfumes. A deep purple color. Related: purple, lilac, magenta, fuchsia.

DEER /dɪər/ · noun

A deer is a wild or domesticated hoofed mammal, typically with a brown coat and large antlers in males. Deer are found in many parts of the world and are known for their agility and speed. Related: hart, stag, buck, fawn.

MONARCH /ˈmɒnɑːrʃ/ · noun

A sovereign ruler of a kingdom or empire, especially one who rules for life. A butterfly of the family Nymphalidae, typically with distinctive markings and a long, narrow body. Related: king, queen, ruler, sovereign.

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