The answer to Wordle #1,189 was

SMOKE

SMOKE: The visible vapor/vapour, gases, and fine particles given off by burning or smoldering material.

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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 #1,189 scores 44/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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3 Words in the S_OKE family
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What was the Wordle answer for September 20, 2024?
The Wordle answer for September 20, 2024 (puzzle #1189) was SMOKE.
What does SMOKE mean?
SMOKE: The visible vapor/vapour, gases, and fine particles given off by burning or smoldering material.
Why was Wordle #1189 tricky?
SMOKE is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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