A word in front

Find three groups of three connected words.

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Choose three words, then submit your group.

Puzzle notes

This original practice board has nine words and three intended categories. Look at language patterns as well as meanings. It is part of TrioNine’s 38-puzzle collection, published October 1, 2026.

Words on this board: FRIEND, PARTNER, LEADER, TEAM, FRAME, PAPER, MAIL, TOOL, SAND.

Reveal this puzzle’s three groups and explanations

Before SHIP

FRIEND · PARTNER · LEADER

These form friendship, partnership and leadership.

Before WORK

TEAM · FRAME · PAPER

These form teamwork, framework and paperwork.

Before BOX

MAIL · TOOL · SAND

These form mailbox, toolbox and sandbox.

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