The answer to Wordle #544 was

RIVAL

RIVAL: A competitor (person, team, company, etc.) with the same goal as another, or striving to attain the same thing. Defeating a rival may be a primary or necessary goal of a competitor.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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What was the Wordle answer for December 15, 2022?
The Wordle answer for December 15, 2022 (puzzle #544) was RIVAL.
What does RIVAL mean?
RIVAL: A competitor (person, team, company, etc.) with the same goal as another, or striving to attain the same thing. Defeating a rival may be a primary or necessary goal of a competitor.
Why was Wordle #544 tricky?
RIVAL is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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