The answer to Wordle #947 was

TWEAK

TWEAK: To pinch and pull with a sudden jerk and twist; to twitch.

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Letter difficulty: Tricky

Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #947 scores 29/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for January 22, 2024?
The Wordle answer for January 22, 2024 (puzzle #947) was TWEAK.
What does TWEAK mean?
TWEAK: To pinch and pull with a sudden jerk and twist; to twitch.
Why was Wordle #947 tricky?
TWEAK is rated tricky for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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