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SLATE is widely considered one of the strongest opening words because it contains three common consonants (S, L, T) and two highly frequent vowels (A, E). It tests five unique letters that appear in a large percentage of English words, giving valuable feedback on both boards immediately.

CRANE has become a favorite among many word-game enthusiasts. It includes the common letters C, R, A, N, and E, providing excellent overall coverage while frequently revealing at least one correct letter in each puzzle.