The answer to Wordle #897 was

ADAPT

ADAPT: To make suitable; to make to correspond; to fit or suit.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #897 scores 5/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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3 Words in the AD_PT family
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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for December 3, 2023?
The Wordle answer for December 3, 2023 (puzzle #897) was ADAPT.
What does ADAPT mean?
ADAPT: To make suitable; to make to correspond; to fit or suit.
Why was Wordle #897 tricky?
ADAPT is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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