The answer to Wordle #1,001 was

TOXIN

TOXIN: A toxic substance, specifically a poison produced by the biological processes of organisms.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,001 scores 30/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for March 16, 2024?
The Wordle answer for March 16, 2024 (puzzle #1001) was TOXIN.
What does TOXIN mean?
TOXIN: A toxic substance, specifically a poison produced by the biological processes of organisms.
Why was Wordle #1001 tricky?
TOXIN is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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