The answer to Wordle #1,002 was

SNORT

SNORT: The sound made by exhaling or inhaling roughly through the nose.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,002 scores 24/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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3 Words in the S_ORT family
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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for March 17, 2024?
The Wordle answer for March 17, 2024 (puzzle #1002) was SNORT.
What does SNORT mean?
SNORT: The sound made by exhaling or inhaling roughly through the nose.
Why was Wordle #1002 tricky?
SNORT is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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