There's no way you're going to lose Wordle on a Friday, not now you're here. Skip straight to today's answer if you've got no time for games, or take your time with our hint for the August 23 (1161) puzzle if you just need to make those first few guesses really count. It's your game—enjoy it your way.
Wait, where did the Wordle go? I seemed to solve today's game so fast that the letters tumbled off my keyboard before I'd even really thought them through. I think I'm about as shocked as I am pleased with myself for that. Hopefully, you've had a similar experience—or are about to, thanks to our help.
