The answer to Wordle #953 was

EMBER

EMBER: A piece of coal or wood glowing by heat; a hot coal.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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What was the Wordle answer for January 28, 2024?
The Wordle answer for January 28, 2024 (puzzle #953) was EMBER.
What does EMBER mean?
EMBER: A piece of coal or wood glowing by heat; a hot coal.
Why was Wordle #953 tricky?
EMBER is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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