Hey there! If you’ve found your way here, it probably means you’re primed for another session of **Wordle**. As usual, we’re here to provide daily hints and advice to assist you in solving today’s challenge.
If you’re simply seeking the answer, scroll to the end for today’s **Wordle** solution. However, if you’d prefer to figure it out on your own, stick around for some useful clues, techniques, and insights.
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### A Brief History of Wordle
**Wordle** was initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner. It swiftly gained worldwide attention, with millions of players engaging in the daily word challenge. Enthusiasts even crafted their own variations, such as the battle royale-style **Squabble**, the music-themed **Heardle**, and multi-word challenges like **Dordle** and **Quordle**, where players guess multiple words at once.
The game’s fame skyrocketed to the extent that it was ultimately acquired by the **New York Times**. It also became popular on TikTok, where content creators stream their gameplay live.
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### What’s the Ideal Starting Word for Wordle?
The “ideal” starting word varies by personal preference, but if you’re looking for a strategic advantage, we have a few tips for you. Opt for a word containing at least two distinct vowels and a blend of frequently used consonants like S, T, R, or N. Need some suggestions? Check out our guide for excellent starting word ideas.
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### What Happened to the Wordle Archive?
There was a time when you could access previous **Wordle** puzzles through an online archive. Unfortunately, this was removed at the request of the **New York Times**. The good news is that the Times now has its own **Wordle Archive**, but it’s accessible only to NYT Games subscribers.
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### Is Wordle Becoming More Difficult?
It might seem as though **Wordle** is getting tougher, but rest assured, the level of difficulty has remained unchanged since it started. However, if you’re looking for a greater challenge, you can always activate **Hard Mode** for an additional layer of complexity.
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### Today’s Wordle Hints
Need a little push in the right direction? Here are some clues for today’s challenge:
– **Hint #1:** Contemplate something associated with uncontrollable saliva.
– **Hint #2:** There is a letter that appears twice.
– **Hint #3:** The word begins with the letter **D**.
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### And the Reveal… Today’s Wordle Answer Is:
**DROOL**
If you didn’t solve it this time, don’t fret! There’s always tomorrow’s puzzle to anticipate. We’ll return with more hints and suggestions to assist you.
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### Additional Games to Discover
Enjoying **Wordle**? Check out Mashable’s **games hub** for even more enjoyment, including Mahjong, Sudoku, crosswords, and more.
Looking for different puzzles? See our hints and solutions for today’s **NYT Connections** or **The Mini Crossword**.
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**Not quite the day you were hoping for?** [Check out yesterday’s Wordle solution.](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-december-13-2024)
Happy puzzling!