Greetings! If you’ve arrived, it’s time for Wordle. We’re sharing our daily hints and tips to assist you in cracking today’s puzzle.

If you’re eager for today’s word, skip to the conclusion for the answer. Otherwise, proceed for clues, tips, and strategies.

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What is the origin of Wordle?

Developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner, Wordle swiftly turned into a worldwide phenomenon, with countless players each day. Enthusiasts crafted alternative versions such as Squabble, Heardle, Dordle, and Quordle, which require guessing several words simultaneously.

The surge in Wordle’s popularity led to its acquisition by the New York Times, and creators on TikTok even broadcast their gameplay live.

What is the optimal starting word for Wordle?

The ideal starting word for Wordle is subjective, but for a tactical approach, we have a few recommendations. Pick a word that has at least two different vowels and frequent consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The complete archive of previous Wordle puzzles was previously accessible but was removed at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times established its own Wordle Archive for NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more difficult?

Wordle is not more difficult than it was at its inception. You can activate Wordle’s Hard Mode for increased challenge.

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Here’s a subtle clue for today’s Wordle answer:

A sea creature.

Does today’s Wordle answer contain a repeated letter?

There are no letters that appear more than once.

Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that begins with…

Today’s Wordle starts with the letter C.

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The answer to today’s Wordle is…

Make your final guesses before we unveil today’s Wordle solution.

Drumroll, please!

The answer to today’s Wordle is…

CORAL.

Don’t be concerned if you didn’t get it this time. A new Wordle awaits tomorrow, and we’ll return with more valuable hints.

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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.

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