Hey there! It seems you’re all set for some **Wordle** fun. As always, we’re here to provide you with daily hints and tips to assist you in solving today’s puzzle.

If you’re just looking for the answer, scroll to the bottom for the **Wordle** solution for November 18. But if you’d like to figure it out yourself, stick around for some useful clues, strategies, and advice.

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### What’s the origin of Wordle?

**Wordle** was initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner. It quickly turned into a global phenomenon, with thousands of players engaging daily. Enthusiasts have also created alternative versions, such as:

– **Squabble** (a battle royale variant)
– **Heardle** (a music guessing game)
– **Dordle** and **Quordle** (where you guess multiple words simultaneously)

Ultimately, **Wordle** garnered such immense popularity that it was purchased by the **New York Times**, and even TikTok creators began livestreaming their gameplay.

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### What’s the ideal Wordle starting word?

The ideal starting word is whatever feels best to you. But if you’re in search of a strategic advantage, we have some tips. A solid strategy is to select a word containing at least two different vowels and common consonants like S, T, R, or N. [Explore our complete guide](https://mashable.com/article/best-wordle-starting-word) for additional suggestions.

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### What happened to the Wordle archive?

The original **Wordle** archive, which allowed players to access previous puzzles, was removed at the request of the **New York Times**. Nevertheless, the **NYT** has since launched its own **Wordle Archive**, accessible to **NYT Games** subscribers.

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### Is Wordle becoming more challenging?

It may appear as though **Wordle** is growing more difficult, but it’s actually not harder than when it first started. If you’re seeking a greater challenge, you can always activate **Hard Mode** in the game settings.

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### Need a hint for today’s Wordle?

Here’s a subtle hint: The word signifies “weak and delicate.”

– **Double letters?** Nope, there are no repeated letters today.
– **Starting letter?** Today’s word begins with **T**.

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### Ready for the answer?

Drumroll, please… The solution to today’s **Wordle** is:

**FRAIL**

If you didn’t solve it this time, don’t be concerned! A new **Wordle** will arrive tomorrow, and we’ll be here with more hints and tips to assist you.

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**Missed yesterday’s Wordle?** [Here’s the solution for November 17.](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-november-17-2024)

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*Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.*