[wp-trac] [WordPress Trac] #64375: Set `word-break` property in screen reader only css.

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Wed Dec 17 11:37:42 UTC 2025


#64375: Set `word-break` property in screen reader only css.
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 Reporter:  peterwilsoncc  |       Owner:  (none)
     Type:  defect (bug)   |      Status:  new
 Priority:  normal         |   Milestone:  7.0
Component:  General        |     Version:
 Severity:  normal         |  Resolution:
 Keywords:  has-patch      |     Focuses:  accessibility, css
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Comment (by palak678):

 This change makes sense from an accessibility perspective. Adding **word-
 break: normal !important** ensures screen-reader-only text is read as
 complete words instead of being split unnaturally, which improves the
 overall screen reader experience.

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