The answer to Wordle #1,097 was

SCENT

SCENT: A distinctive smell.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for June 20, 2024?
The Wordle answer for June 20, 2024 (puzzle #1097) was SCENT.
What does SCENT mean?
SCENT: A distinctive smell.
Why was Wordle #1097 tricky?
SCENT is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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