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How to win at Wordle using linguistic theory

6 mins | Jan 22, 2022
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Do you want to improve on the hottest word game around? The English-speaking world is obsessed with Wordle, an incredibly simple, daily word puzzle. Figuring out the answer is relatively straightforward, but understanding linguistics can give you the upper hand. David Shariatmadri breaks down the key principles in beating the game.

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