Play the It Gets Better “Banned Words” Crossword Puzzle

Words matter. They shape our understanding of the world, give voice to our experiences, and empower us to push for change. But under the Trump administration, nearly 200 words and phrases—many tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion—have been flagged for removal or limited use in federal agencies. Some of these words were erased from government websites. Others were used to flag grant proposals and policies for review. And what’s been uncovered so far is likely just the beginning.

At It Gets Better, we believe in amplifying voices, not silencing them. So while the government may try to erase certain language, we’re bringing it back—one clue at a time. Test your knowledge with our Banned Words crossword puzzle, featuring just a small selection of the many terms this administration wants to disappear. Because no matter how hard they try, our words—and our stories—aren’t going anywhere.

Play here or on Puzzel.org.

Scroll down for answers (but do yourself a favor and try to solve the puzzle first 😉 )

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