If you’re visiting us, it’s likely time for Wordle. As usual, we’re providing our daily hints and advice to assist you in uncovering today’s answer.

If you’re eager to discover today’s word, scroll down to the end of this article for the revealed Wordle solution. However, if you’d like to solve it independently, continue reading for some hints, advice, and tactics to help you.

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What is the origin of Wordle?

Initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner, Wordle quickly became a global sensation, with countless individuals worldwide participating daily. Fan-created alternative versions of Wordle also emerged, including battle royale Squabble, the music recognition game Heardle, as well as variations like Dordle and Quordle that challenge you to guess several words simultaneously.

Wordle ultimately gained such immense popularity that it was acquired by the New York Times, and TikTok creators began livestreaming their gameplay.

What is the ideal Wordle starting word?

The ideal Wordle starting word is one that resonates with you. Nevertheless, if you prefer a more strategic approach, we have a few suggestions to help you choose a word that may expedite your search for the solution. One recommendation is to select a word that contains at least two distinct vowels alongside common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The complete archive of previous Wordle puzzles was initially accessible for everyone to enjoy whenever they wished, but it was subsequently removed, with the website’s creator mentioning it was at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times later introduced its own Wordle Archive, which is available exclusively to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more challenging?

It may seem as though Wordle is becoming more challenging, but it is no more difficult than it was at its inception. You can activate Wordle’s Hard Mode if you’re seeking a greater challenge, though.

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

Ruffle.

Does today’s Wordle answer feature a double letter?

The letter L is present twice.

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

Today’s Wordle starts with the letter F.

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The Wordle answer for today is…

Make your final guesses now, as this is your last opportunity to solve today’s Wordle before we disclose the solution.

Drumroll please!

The answer to today’s Wordle is…

FRILL.

Don’t be discouraged if you didn’t guess it correctly this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to challenge yourself with tomorrow, and we’ll return to assist you with more helpful 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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