Word Search
Word Search Themes
Common theme sets used in Word Search puzzles.
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Overview
Themes group vocabulary by setting or topic. Knowing the theme narrows the search and speeds up recognition.
Crime Scenes
Common location words include ALLEY, WAREHOUSE, MOTEL, ROOFTOP, and PIER. Focus on location nouns and environmental adjectives.
Evidence
Expect terms like FIBER, PRINT, BLOOD, TRACE, and PHOTO.
Roles
Detective, suspect, witness, informant, and coroner appear often.
Law and Procedure
Look for terms like WARRANT, ALIBI, CONFESSION, and TESTIMONY.
Noir Atmosphere
Words like SHADOW, NEON, SMOKE, and RAIN signal the mood.
How to Use Themes
- Use the theme to narrow the word list first
- Scan for long theme words before short ones
- If a word feels out of theme, check the list again