The answer to Wordle #552 was

AORTA

AORTA: The great artery which carries the blood from the heart to all parts of the body except the lungs; the main trunk of the arterial system.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for December 23, 2022?
The Wordle answer for December 23, 2022 (puzzle #552) was AORTA.
What does AORTA mean?
AORTA: The great artery which carries the blood from the heart to all parts of the body except the lungs; the main trunk of the arterial system.
Why was Wordle #552 tricky?
AORTA is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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