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Illinois Word Search — Answers & Solved Grid

Complete answer key for the illinois word search puzzle. All 10 hidden illinois words located on the grid below, plus a free printable version, FAQ, and 0 more illinois puzzles to play.

Words
10
Letters
78
Grid
13×13
Longest
SPRINGFIELD

Solved Grid

DRHOYSPUBUHRLTKJWJOLIETRRIDBBRTTOXDTKCTDLEIFGNIRPSHEFPZGBZPZOJHALXCHICAGOFWAMLEVANSTONKJLPIHHVYYASOCZFAVARORUACTOMEIRHLPWMZMVRJTGEQVAIROEPDVUNPDECATURCPETDAGFZLRWLFHTBYN

Word List (10)

  • CHICAGOr6, c2 →
  • AURORAr9, c6 ←
  • NAPERVILLEr13, c13 ↑
  • JOLIETr2, c5 →
  • ROCKFORDr10, c9 ↑
  • SPRINGFIELDr4, c11 ←
  • PEORIAr11, c8 ←
  • EVANSTONr7, c1 →
  • CHAMPAIGNr3, c12 ↓
  • DECATURr12, c1 →

Frequently Asked

How many words are in the Illinois word search?

There are 10 hidden words in the Illinois word search puzzle.

What is the longest word in the Illinois word search?

The longest word is SPRINGFIELD (11 letters).

What is the shortest word in the Illinois word search?

The shortest word is AURORA (6 letters).

Where can I print the Illinois word search for free?

Use the printable version at /print/state-illinois-word-search-2026-05-10 — opens a print-ready page you can save as PDF or print directly.

Is the Illinois word search free?

Yes. Every puzzle on WordSearch.Life is 100% free, with no signup, free to play in the play view, and no paywall.

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