The answer to Wordle #242 was

CAULK

CAULK: Caulking.

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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 #242 scores 30/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for February 16, 2022?
The Wordle answer for February 16, 2022 (puzzle #242) was CAULK.
What does CAULK mean?
CAULK: Caulking.
Why was Wordle #242 tricky?
CAULK is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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