The answer to Wordle #973 was

PSALM

PSALM: A sacred song; a poetical composition for use in the praise or worship of God.

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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 #973 scores 41/100 for solver difficulty (middle of the pack).

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The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for February 17, 2024?
The Wordle answer for February 17, 2024 (puzzle #973) was PSALM.
What does PSALM mean?
PSALM: A sacred song; a poetical composition for use in the praise or worship of God.
Why was Wordle #973 tricky?
PSALM is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: only one vowel.

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