The answer to Wordle #258 was

AHEAD

AHEAD: At or towards the front; in the direction one is facing or moving.

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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 #258 scores 9/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for March 4, 2022?
The Wordle answer for March 4, 2022 (puzzle #258) was AHEAD.
What does AHEAD mean?
AHEAD: At or towards the front; in the direction one is facing or moving.
Why was Wordle #258 tricky?
AHEAD is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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