Hey there, Wordle enthusiasts! If you’ve found your way here, you’re likely seeking assistance with today’s challenge. Whether you’re in need of some clever hints or prefer the answer handed to you directly, we’ve got you sorted.

Want to crack it on your own? Keep reading for some useful hints and strategies. If the answer is what you seek, just scroll to the bottom to uncover it.

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A Brief Wordle Background

Wordle was first developed by software engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner. It swiftly gained popularity, enchanting players globally. Its success sparked a series of spin-offs, such as:

– Squabble: A competitive, battle-royale style version of Wordle
– Heardle: A game focused on guessing music
– Dordle and Quordle: Variants that require guessing multiple words simultaneously

Ultimately, The New York Times acquired Wordle, which subsequently became a sensation on TikTok, with users livestreaming their daily tries.

What’s the Optimal Wordle Starting Word?

The best first word incorporates a combination of frequent consonants and at least two distinct vowels. Look for words containing letters like S, T, R, N, A, and E. For a more calculated strategy, take a look at our guide for the top Wordle starting words.

What Became of the Wordle Archive?

There was once an unofficial archive of previous Wordle puzzles online, but it was removed per The New York Times’ request. However, the NYT has since established its official archive, available to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle Becoming Tougher?

It may seem like the puzzles have gotten more challenging, but Wordle has not actually heightened its difficulty. That said, if you’re looking for a harder test, you can always turn on Hard Mode in the game’s settings.

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Hint for Today’s Wordle:

It’s something you might utter—or perform—to hush someone.

Does Today’s Wordle Feature Repeating Letters?

Indeed! The letters S and H are repeated twice.

What Letter Does Today’s Wordle Begin With?

Today’s word kicks off with the letter S.

Prepared for the Answer?

If you haven’t figured it out yet, this is your final opportunity before we disclose the solution.

Drumroll, please…

Today’s Wordle solution is: SHUSH

Don’t fret if you missed it this time—there’s always tomorrow! We’ll return with additional hints and tactics to assist you.

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Contributors to this article include Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg.

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