The answer to Wordle #467 was

SCALD

SCALD: To burn with hot liquid.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #467 scores 15/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for September 29, 2022?
The Wordle answer for September 29, 2022 (puzzle #467) was SCALD.
What does SCALD mean?
SCALD: To burn with hot liquid.
Why was Wordle #467 tricky?
SCALD is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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