The answer to Wordle #1,159 was

MULCH

MULCH: Any material used to cover the top layer of soil to protect, insulate, or decorate it, or to discourage weeds or retain moisture.

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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 #1,159 scores 40/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for August 21, 2024?
The Wordle answer for August 21, 2024 (puzzle #1159) was MULCH.
What does MULCH mean?
MULCH: Any material used to cover the top layer of soil to protect, insulate, or decorate it, or to discourage weeds or retain moisture.
Why was Wordle #1159 tricky?
MULCH is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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