The answer to Wordle #1,089 was

DETER

DETER: To prevent something from happening.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,089 scores 32/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for June 12, 2024?
The Wordle answer for June 12, 2024 (puzzle #1089) was DETER.
What does DETER mean?
DETER: To prevent something from happening.
Why was Wordle #1089 tricky?
DETER is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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