The answer to Wordle #1,288 was

DECRY

DECRY: To denounce as harmful.

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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 #1,288 scores 23/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for December 28, 2024?
The Wordle answer for December 28, 2024 (puzzle #1288) was DECRY.
What does DECRY mean?
DECRY: To denounce as harmful.
Why was Wordle #1288 tricky?
DECRY is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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