Quotle Hints for August 19, 2026
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Hints
Hint 1: Category & Length
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Hint 1: Category & Length
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This is a Literature quote with 8 words. Difficulty: easy.
Hint 2: First Three Words
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Hint 2: First Three Words
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The quote starts with: "The truth is..."
Hint 3: Author Clue
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Hint 3: Author Clue
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The author's first name is Oscar. They are known in the field of literature.
Hint 4: Full Quote
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Hint 4: Full Quote
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The full quote is: "The truth is rarely pure and never simple"
Hint 5: Full Answer
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Hint 5: Full Answer
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"The truth is rarely pure and never simple" — Oscar Wilde (The Importance of Being Earnest)
Today's Answer
“The truth is rarely pure and never simple”
— Oscar Wilde
The Importance of Being Earnest
How to Play Quotle
- A famous quote is hidden behind blanks.
- Guess one word at a time — if it's in the quote, all instances are revealed!
- The number shows how many times your word appears (e.g., 'for × 2').
- Once you reveal the full quote, guess who said it (3 tries).
- Fewer guesses = better score!
- Use hints if you're stuck — they reveal one random word.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Quotle answer today (August 19, 2026)?
The Quotle answer for August 19, 2026 is "The truth is rarely pure and never simple" by Oscar Wilde. Use the progressive hints above to figure it out yourself!
How do you play Quotle?
Guess individual words that might be in the hidden quote. When you guess correctly, all instances of that word are revealed in their positions. Once the full quote is uncovered, guess who said it in 3 tries.
What category is today's Quotle?
Today's quote is in the Literature category. It has 8 words and is rated easy difficulty.