The answer to Wordle #822 was

CLOSE

CLOSE: To remove or block an opening, gap or passage through.

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Letter difficulty: Easy

Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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How difficult was it for the solver?

In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #822 scores 23/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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3 Words in the CLO_E family
3 Guesses in the solver replay

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Solver replay

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

The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for September 19, 2023?
The Wordle answer for September 19, 2023 (puzzle #822) was CLOSE.
What does CLOSE mean?
CLOSE: To remove or block an opening, gap or passage through.
Why was Wordle #822 tricky?
CLOSE is rated easy for letter difficulty. Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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