Saturday, October 21, 2023
Wordle #854 — Hints & Answer
1How hard is it?
This one is on the tougher side — take your time, and the answer is a fairly common word.
2Reveal a clue
The smug half-cousin of a grin.
3How many vowels?
Count on 1 vowel.
4Which vowels?
The vowel to work with: I.
5Any repeated letters?
Every letter is different, so spread your guesses wide.
6Reveal the first letter
First letter: S.
7Reveal the last letter
It ends with K.
The answer
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The answer is
SMIRK
SMIRK — A conceited or knowing half-smile.
Common questions
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What is the Wordle answer for Saturday, October 21, 2023?
SMIRK is the answer to Wordle #854 — tucked behind a spoiler button above so you only see it on purpose.
What letters does Wordle #854 start and end with?
It starts with S and ends with K.
How many vowels does the Saturday, October 21, 2023 Wordle have?
Just one vowel — I.
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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