The answer to Wordle #1,388 was

HAZEL

HAZEL: A tree or shrub of the genus Corylus, bearing edible nuts called hazelnuts or filberts.

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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 #1,388 scores 37/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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What was the Wordle answer for April 7, 2025?
The Wordle answer for April 7, 2025 (puzzle #1388) was HAZEL.
What does HAZEL mean?
HAZEL: A tree or shrub of the genus Corylus, bearing edible nuts called hazelnuts or filberts.
Why was Wordle #1388 tricky?
HAZEL is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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