The answer to Wordle #455 was

CHUTE

CHUTE: A framework, trough, or tube, upon or through which objects are made to slide from a higher to a lower level, or through which water passes to a wheel.

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Letter difficulty: Easy

Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #455 scores 4/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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One route our solver takes from its usual opening word to CHUTE.

The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for September 17, 2022?
The Wordle answer for September 17, 2022 (puzzle #455) was CHUTE.
What does CHUTE mean?
CHUTE: A framework, trough, or tube, upon or through which objects are made to slide from a higher to a lower level, or through which water passes to a wheel.
Why was Wordle #455 tricky?
CHUTE is rated easy for letter difficulty. Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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