The answer to Wordle #306 was

OXIDE

OXIDE: A binary chemical compound of oxygen with another chemical element.

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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 #306 scores 59/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for April 21, 2022?
The Wordle answer for April 21, 2022 (puzzle #306) was OXIDE.
What does OXIDE mean?
OXIDE: A binary chemical compound of oxygen with another chemical element.
Why was Wordle #306 tricky?
OXIDE is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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