The answer to Wordle #1,573 was

HARDY

HARDY: Having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships.

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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 #1,573 scores 32/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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3 Words in the HAR_Y family
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What was the Wordle answer for October 9, 2025?
The Wordle answer for October 9, 2025 (puzzle #1573) was HARDY.
What does HARDY mean?
HARDY: Having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships.
Why was Wordle #1573 tricky?
HARDY is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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