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**Hello! Are you set for today’s Wordle?**
As usual, we’re here to offer you useful hints and strategies to solve today’s challenge. If you just want the answer, feel free to scroll down to the end of this article. But if you prefer to try it on your own, stay with us for some tips and clues to assist you along the way.
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### **A Brief Wordle History**
Wordle was initially made by engineer Josh Wardle as a heartfelt gift for his partner. It swiftly garnered global fame, attracting thousands of players each day. Enthusiasts even developed their own variations, such as the battle royale-style **Squabble**, the music-themed **Heardle**, and multi-word games like **Dordle** and **Quordle**.
The game rose to such fame that it was ultimately purchased by *The New York Times*. Since that time, Wordle has inspired many TikTok creators to showcase their gameplay, solidifying its position as a cultural sensation.
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### **What’s the Top Wordle Opening Word?**
The ideal opening word is a matter of personal preference—it’s whatever suits you best! However, if you’re seeking a tactical advantage, consider selecting a word that contains at least two different vowels and frequent consonants like S, T, R, or N. Need some ideas? We’ve got various suggestions [here](https://mashable.com/article/best-wordle-starting-word).
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### **What Happened to the Wordle Archive?**
Previously, players could access a complete archive of all earlier Wordle puzzles. Regrettably, the archive was removed at the request of *The New York Times*. Nevertheless, the *Times* now offers its own Wordle Archive, available exclusively to NYT Games subscribers.
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### **Is Wordle Becoming More Difficult?**
It may seem like Wordle is getting more difficult, but don’t worry—it’s not tougher than it was when it first debuted. If you desire an added challenge, you can always turn on Hard Mode in the game settings.
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### **Clues for Today’s Wordle**
– **Subtle Hint:** It refers to the act of gazing at someone blankly.
– **Double Letters?** No, there are no letters repeated today.
– **First Letter:** Today’s word begins with the letter **S**.
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### **Drumroll, Please… Today’s Wordle Solution Is:**
**STARE**
If you didn’t get it this time, no need to stress—there’s always tomorrow! We’ll return with more hints and tips to assist you in tackling the next puzzle.
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### **More Games to Discover**
Can’t get enough of Wordle? Explore other entertaining word games like Mahjong, Sudoku, and crosswords on Mashable’s [games hub](https://games.mashable.com/).
Hunting for yesterday’s Wordle answer? [Find it here](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-december-29-2024).
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*Article contributions by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg.*