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**Hello, Wordle enthusiasts!**
If you’ve landed here, it’s the perfect moment to take on today’s **Wordle** challenge. As per usual, we’re ready to equip you with useful hints and strategies to lead you towards the answer.
If you’re only interested in today’s solution, feel free to scroll down to the bottom of this page for the reveal. But if you’d prefer to figure it out yourself, stay with us for some tips and clues to assist you along the journey.
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### **What exactly is Wordle, and where did it originate?**
Wordle was initially designed by engineer Josh Wardle as a thoughtful present for his partner. It rapidly transformed into a worldwide phenomenon, with countless players across the globe relishing the daily endeavor. Enthusiasts even developed their own variations, such as the competitive **Squabble**, the music-inspired **Heardle**, and multi-word versions like **Dordle** and **Quordle**, which challenge players to guess several words simultaneously.
The game’s fame skyrocketed to such an extent that it was ultimately purchased by **The New York Times**, inspiring TikTok creators to broadcast their Wordle-solving escapades live.
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### **What’s the ideal Wordle starting word?**
Choosing the best starting word is completely personal, but if you’re seeking a tactical advantage, we have some recommendations. A solid opening word usually contains at least two vowels and frequent consonants such as S, T, R, or N. Want additional suggestions? Check out our guide on selecting the ultimate Wordle opener.
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### **What happened to the Wordle archive?**
Previously, players had the opportunity to explore a comprehensive archive of past Wordle puzzles. However, this archive was eventually taken down at the request of **The New York Times**. Nevertheless, the Times has rolled out its own Wordle Archive, which is accessible exclusively to NYT Games subscribers.
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### **Is Wordle becoming more difficult?**
It may seem like Wordle is getting tougher, but don’t worry—the level of difficulty has remained consistent since it first launched. If you’re seeking an additional challenge, you can always activate Wordle’s **Hard Mode** for a more rigorous experience.
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### **Hints for today’s Wordle**
Need a little assistance in uncovering today’s answer? Here are some clues to guide you:
– **Subtle hint:** Consider hard rock and sparks.
– **Double letters?** Nope, no repeated letters in today’s word.
– **Starting letter:** Today’s word kicks off with the letter **F**.
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### **Drumroll, please… Today’s Wordle answer is…**
If you’re prepared for the big reveal, here it is:
**FLINT.**
Don’t feel disheartened if you didn’t get it right this time. There’s always tomorrow’s puzzle to anticipate, and we’ll be here with more tips and hints to assist you.
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Looking for additional puzzles to keep your mind sharp? Visit Mashable’s **games hub** for Mahjong, Sudoku, crosswords, and much more!
And if you missed yesterday’s Wordle, you can find the solution [here](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-january-15-2025).
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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.*