The answer to Wordle #296 was

SQUAD

SQUAD: A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members.

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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 #296 scores 12/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for April 11, 2022?
The Wordle answer for April 11, 2022 (puzzle #296) was SQUAD.
What does SQUAD mean?
SQUAD: A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members.
Why was Wordle #296 tricky?
SQUAD is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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