Discover the answer to “Wordle” #1772 with these tips and tricks.
Today’s Wordle answer might be a breeze if you’re a shining star. To skip directly to today’s solution, scroll to the end of this article. If you want to solve it yourself, read on for clues, strategies, and tips.
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Where did Wordle come from?
Josh Wardle created Wordle as a gift for his partner, and it quickly gained worldwide popularity, with numerous fans creating alternative versions like Squabble, Heardle, Dordle, and Quordle. This word game became so successful that the New York Times purchased it, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing it.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
Choose a Wordle starting word that resonates with you. A strategic approach could involve selecting one with at least two vowels and common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The Wordle archive was once available for anyone to access, but it was taken down at the New York Times’s request. The NYT now offers its own archive for Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
Wordle’s difficulty hasn’t increased since it began. However, there is a Hard Mode for those seeking a challenge.
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Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer: Sheen.
Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
The letter S appears twice.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with G.
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The Wordle answer today is… GLOSS
If you didn’t guess it this time, don’t worry. A new Wordle will be available tomorrow, and we’ll be here with more helpful hints. Also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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Topics: Wordle
