The answer to Wordle #229 was

SHARD

SHARD: A piece of broken glass or pottery, especially one found in an archaeological dig.

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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 #229 scores 29/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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What was the Wordle answer for February 3, 2022?
The Wordle answer for February 3, 2022 (puzzle #229) was SHARD.
What does SHARD mean?
SHARD: A piece of broken glass or pottery, especially one found in an archaeological dig.
Why was Wordle #229 tricky?
SHARD is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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