Word Clue for Game #1505 on August 2nd; Solution Included for Saturday's Challenge
In today's Wordle game, players worldwide set out to guess a five-letter word in six tries or fewer. The goal was to beat the Wordle Bot, a helpful tool that provides a starting word for each game. Today's starting word was "CRONE," leaving many players with a challenging task ahead.
For those unfamiliar, Wordle is a daily word puzzle game that originated with the aim of engaging players in a fun and intellectual challenge. The game offers feedback for each guess, with green (correct letter and position), yellow (correct letter but wrong position), and gray (incorrect letter) indicators.
With the Wordle analysis revealing that "CRONE" left 79 possible words, one player, after four attempts, guessed "DAUNT." The word "daunt" comes from the Old French danter (modern dompter), meaning "to tame, subdue, or vanquish." However, over time, its meaning shifted from literal taming to figurative intimidation.
The player's guess of "DAUNT" was indeed the correct answer, but the timing cost them points in the competitive version of the game. In Competitive Wordle, guessing in 1 is worth 3 points, guessing in 2 is worth 2 points, and so on. Unfortunately, guessing in four attempts meant the player and the Wordle Bot tied, earning both 0 points in today's game.
Fridays are 2XP in Competitive Wordle, meaning points are doubled. However, missing the Wordle is -3 points, so the player ended up with a score of -3 for this round.
For those who missed their guess, the hint for today's Wordle was "Intimidate." The answer, as mentioned earlier, was "DAUNT."
If you're looking for daily puzzle-solving guides, TV show and movie reviews, and more, be sure to check out the blog associated with Wordle. Whether you're a competitive player or just enjoying the daily challenge, Wordle continues to be a popular choice for intellectual stimulation and friendly competition.
[1] "BANJO - Definition, Pictures, & Origin." Encyclopædia Britannica, https://www.britannica.com/topic/banjo [2] "Banjo." Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/banjo [3] "Banjo." Oxford English Dictionary, https://www.oed.com/view/Entry/19042 [4] "Banjo." Collins English Dictionary, https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/banjo
On Saturday, social-media platforms were flooded with discussions about the Wordle hint for today, which was "Intimidate." The answer, as always, came at the end of the day and was revealed to be "DAUNT." If you're a fan of Wordle and enjoy intellectual puzzles, be sure to check out the associated blog for daily tips and entertainment, such as book recommendations or TV show reviews, to enhance your Wordle experience.
