The answer to Wordle #1,677 was

CUBIC

CUBIC: Used in the names of units of volume formed by multiplying a unit of length by itself twice.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,677 scores 76/100 for solver difficulty (tricky).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for January 21, 2026?
The Wordle answer for January 21, 2026 (puzzle #1677) was CUBIC.
What does CUBIC mean?
CUBIC: Used in the names of units of volume formed by multiplying a unit of length by itself twice.
Why was Wordle #1677 tricky?
CUBIC is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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