The answer to Wordle #379 was

LILAC

LILAC: A large shrub of the genus Syringa, especially Syringa vulgaris, bearing white, pale-pink, or purple flowers.

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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 #379 scores 51/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for July 3, 2022?
The Wordle answer for July 3, 2022 (puzzle #379) was LILAC.
What does LILAC mean?
LILAC: A large shrub of the genus Syringa, especially Syringa vulgaris, bearing white, pale-pink, or purple flowers.
Why was Wordle #379 tricky?
LILAC is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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