The answer to Wordle #1,273 was

BOXER

BOXER: A participant in a boxing match; a fighter who boxes.

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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 #1,273 scores 83/100 for solver difficulty (tricky).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for December 13, 2024?
The Wordle answer for December 13, 2024 (puzzle #1273) was BOXER.
What does BOXER mean?
BOXER: A participant in a boxing match; a fighter who boxes.
Why was Wordle #1273 tricky?
BOXER is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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