New York Times explains Monday's controversial, 'outdated' Wordle
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When some players opened up Wordle Monday morning and started guessing five-letter words, they were surprised to find the correct answer was a timely term at the center of much political debate at the moment.
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Wordle fans are angry again, saying today's answer 'doesn't exist' and the game is 'making up words
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The Weekly How Tainted Gold May Have Ended Up in Your Phone - The New York Times, g old times photos
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Wordle Wrap-Up: Feb. 6 to 12 - The New York Times
Today's Wordle answer was originally 'fetus,' and the NYT insists it was a coincidence
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Today's Wordle answer was controversial, until The New York Times switched it
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Wordle creator Josh Wardle feels 'relief' as he sells hit puzzle game app to New York Times
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Wordle: New York Times changes upset fans
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New York Times explains Monday's controversial, 'outdated' Wordle puzzle
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New York Times explains Monday's controversial, 'outdated' Wordle puzzle
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Today's Wordle Answer: September 30, 2023 - The New York Times
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Past Wordle answers – every solution so far, by date
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The New York Times touts continued Wordle success
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New York Times drops 'fetus' as an answer to Wordle – but not for all players, New York Times
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New York Times explains Monday's controversial, 'outdated' Wordle puzzle