The answer to Wordle #978 was

HEAVY

HEAVY: Having great weight.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #978 scores 21/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for February 22, 2024?
The Wordle answer for February 22, 2024 (puzzle #978) was HEAVY.
What does HEAVY mean?
HEAVY: Having great weight.
Why was Wordle #978 tricky?
HEAVY is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: uncommon letters.

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