Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Wordle #242 — Hints & Answer
1How hard is it?
This one is on the tougher side — take your time, and the answer is a moderately common word.
2Reveal a clue
The bead sealing the gap around your bathtub.
3How many vowels?
Count on 2 vowels.
4Which vowels?
The vowels to work with: A, U.
5Any repeated letters?
Every letter is different, so spread your guesses wide.
6Reveal the first letter
First letter: C.
7Reveal the last letter
It ends with K.
The answer
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The answer is
CAULK
CAULK — A waterproof filler for sealing joints and seams.
Common questions
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What is the Wordle answer for Wednesday, February 16, 2022?
CAULK is the answer to Wordle #242 — tucked behind a spoiler button above so you only see it on purpose.
What letters does Wordle #242 start and end with?
It starts with C and ends with K.
How many vowels does the Wednesday, February 16, 2022 Wordle have?
2 vowels — A and U.
Does the answer have any repeated letters?
It doesn't. Each letter appears exactly once.
When does the next Wordle come out?
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