If you’re visiting this page, it must be Wordle time. We’re offering our daily clues and advice to assist you in uncovering today’s answer.

If you simply want the word for today, scroll to the end of this article for the solution. If not, continue reading for hints, advice, and tactics to help you out.

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What is the origin of Wordle?

Initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner, Wordle quickly transformed into a global sensation, with thousands participating each day. Fan-made alternate versions of Wordle also emerged, including the battle royale Squabble, the music guessing game Heardle, and variations such as Dordle and Quordle that require guessing multiple words simultaneously.

Wordle gained such popularity that it was acquired by the New York Times, and TikTok users even stream themselves playing live.

What is the ideal starting word for Wordle?

The ideal starting word for Wordle is whichever resonates with you. However, if you opt for a calculated approach, we have a few suggestions to assist you in selecting a word that may help you arrive at the solution quicker. One recommendation is to choose a word that contains at least two different vowels and some frequently used consonants such as S, T, R, or N.

What occurred with the Wordle archive?

The complete archive of previous Wordle puzzles was initially accessible for everyone to enjoy, but it was subsequently removed at the request of the New York Times. Nevertheless, the New York Times then introduced its own Wordle Archive, available exclusively to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more challenging?

It may seem as though Wordle is getting tougher, but it hasn’t become any more difficult than it was at the start. 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:

Muted hue.

Does today’s Wordle answer include a repeated letter?

The letter T appears twice.

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

Today’s Wordle begins with the letter M.

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The answer to today’s Wordle is…

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

Drumroll, please!

The answer to today’s Wordle is…

MATTE.

Don’t be discouraged if you weren’t able to guess it this time. Another Wordle awaits for you to challenge your mind with tomorrow, and we’ll return once more to provide you with additional 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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