The answer to Wordle #165 was

SOLVE

SOLVE: To find an answer or solution to a problem or question; to work out.

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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 #165 scores 36/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for December 1, 2021?
The Wordle answer for December 1, 2021 (puzzle #165) was SOLVE.
What does SOLVE mean?
SOLVE: To find an answer or solution to a problem or question; to work out.
Why was Wordle #165 tricky?
SOLVE is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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