The answer to Wordle #1,311 was

SQUID

SQUID: Any of several carnivorous marine cephalopod mollusks, of the order Teuthida, having a mantle, eight arms, and a pair of tentacles

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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 #1,311 scores 75/100 for solver difficulty (tricky).

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What was the Wordle answer for January 20, 2025?
The Wordle answer for January 20, 2025 (puzzle #1311) was SQUID.
What does SQUID mean?
SQUID: Any of several carnivorous marine cephalopod mollusks, of the order Teuthida, having a mantle, eight arms, and a pair of tentacles
Why was Wordle #1311 tricky?
SQUID is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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