The answer to Wordle #881 was

TARDY

TARDY: Late; overdue or delayed.

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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 #881 scores 13/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for November 17, 2023?
The Wordle answer for November 17, 2023 (puzzle #881) was TARDY.
What does TARDY mean?
TARDY: Late; overdue or delayed.
Why was Wordle #881 tricky?
TARDY is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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