The answer to Wordle #968 was

PASTA

PASTA: Dough made from wheat and water and sometimes mixed with egg and formed into various shapes; often sold in dried form and typically boiled for eating.

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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 #968 scores 63/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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What was the Wordle answer for February 12, 2024?
The Wordle answer for February 12, 2024 (puzzle #968) was PASTA.
What does PASTA mean?
PASTA: Dough made from wheat and water and sometimes mixed with egg and formed into various shapes; often sold in dried form and typically boiled for eating.
Why was Wordle #968 tricky?
PASTA is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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