The answer to Wordle #1,490 was

LORIS

LORIS: Any of several small, slow-moving primates, of the subfamily Lorisinae, found in India and southeast Asia.

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Letter difficulty: Easy

Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,490 scores 57/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for July 18, 2025?
The Wordle answer for July 18, 2025 (puzzle #1490) was LORIS.
What does LORIS mean?
LORIS: Any of several small, slow-moving primates, of the subfamily Lorisinae, found in India and southeast Asia.
Why was Wordle #1490 tricky?
LORIS is rated easy for letter difficulty. Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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