The answer to Wordle #26 was

ABASE

ABASE: To lower, as in condition in life, office, rank, etc., so as to cause pain or hurt feelings; to degrade, to depress, to humble, to humiliate.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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What was the Wordle answer for July 15, 2021?
The Wordle answer for July 15, 2021 (puzzle #26) was ABASE.
What does ABASE mean?
ABASE: To lower, as in condition in life, office, rank, etc., so as to cause pain or hurt feelings; to degrade, to depress, to humble, to humiliate.
Why was Wordle #26 tricky?
ABASE is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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