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Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a fighter.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 16, 2025 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 16, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

To brandish.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter W.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

WIELD

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

A music and film genre.

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INDIE

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A hut.

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SHACK

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Rough.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 16 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 16, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

RIGID

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Hereditary material.

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GENES

Final Hurdle hint

A jewelry measurement.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answer

KARAT

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TL;DR: Get a refurbished Apple MacBook Air on sale for $194.97 with free shipping through Nov. 16 (reg. $999). This is a great device for everyday use.

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Yes, you read that right. You can grab one of Apple’s infamous MacBook Airs for under $200, and there’s no catch. Well, inventory is extremely low, so you’ll have to make sure to get yours before they sell out.

But you get the same performance, portability, and quality MacBooks are known for, except you only pay $194.97 vs. the $999 MSRP because of its refurbished status. You’ll also receive free shipping for a limited time.

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Powered by a 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor and Intel HD Graphics 6000, this MacBook Air breezes through web browsing, email, shopping, streaming, and basic work projects. It’s paired with 128GB of flash storage, giving you plenty of space for documents, photos, and apps, all while keeping things zippy.

And with 12 hours of battery life, you won’t be tethered to an outlet, whether you’re at home, at the office, or camped out at a coffee shop.

The 13.3-inch widescreen display with 1440×900 resolution allows your movies, spreadsheets, and FaceTime calls to look sharp and vibrant. Meanwhile, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth make it easy to stay connected and share files across your devices.

This machine isn’t just affordable; it’s also worry-free. With its Grade A/B refurbished rating, you may notice a tiny scuff or scratch, but inside, you’re getting a fully functional MacBook ready to roll.

At this price, it’s perfect as a primary laptop, a backup machine, or even a dedicated travel computer. Lightweight, reliable, and sleek — it’s the kind of deal that makes sense whether you’re working, learning, or just binge-watching.

Don’t miss this refurbished MacBook Air deal: $194.97 until Nov. 16 at 11:59 p.m. PT, or when inventory runs out (reg. $999).

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SAVE $131: As of Nov. 15, Amazon has the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones on sale for 31% off for $298, down from their list price of $429.

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This weekend, Amazon has marked down the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones by 31%. That’s down $131 from their typical list price. These noise-cancelling headphones are beloved by the brand. These headphones have several features that contribute to their top strength. Of course, their eponymous cushioned ear cups are beloved by reviewers. That’s not their only industry-leading feature that fans of the headphones love, though. 

These headphones can hold a charge for approximately 24 hours, and their noise-cancelling capability is impressive. Some reviewers have noted that they must exercise caution when using the highest noise cancellation setting, as it can be too loud and they can’t hear anything. 

The good news is that the headphones have three separate settings: no noise cancellation, some sound blockage, and total noise isolation, allowing you to live in your own world.

The headphones come in six different colors, including blue, plum, white, silver, and black. Reviewers of the headphones also appreciate the sturdy and ergonomic case that comes with the product. Toss your headphones in their case, and you won’t have to worry about them getting crushed in your bag. Having a trusty set of noise-cancelling headphones can be extremely helpful in various settings. If you have been on the fence, the price on these Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones is much lower than their average list price. 

SAVE $140: This De’Longhi Combination Coffee Maker Espresso Machine is on sale this weekend for 31% off at $269, down from its list price of $399

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The De’Longhi all-in-one combination coffee maker, espresso machine, and milk frother does a lot. Maybe the best thing that this machine does is settle the debate between drip coffee and espresso for your household, ad infinitum. If you, your partner, or anyone you share a household with has a "how you like your coffee" gap, this might be the perfect addition to your kitchen. This machine can brew coffee and espresso simultaneously.

For espresso enthusiasts, it features a 15-bar pressure pump for pulling high-quality shots as often as desired. The multi-functions don’t stop there either. Make a latte or enjoy cold foam on top of some iced coffee with a milk frothing steam wand. 

Program your drip coffee or espresso shot up to 24 hours in advance. The coffee pot is also made of glass and features a "spill-proof" pour spot, ensuring that no drop of your precious joe is wasted. Some espresso-loving reviewers have praised this machine as an ideal entry-level machine that does a lot. They also note that the price is attractive for the breadth of its capabilities.

One caveat that is common among more experienced reviewers is that if someone is looking for absolute perfection with their espresso’s taste, this might not be the best fit. However, the price ($269) offers excellent quality espresso compared to espresso machines that typically cost over $1000. 

YouTube TV was finally made whole again to start the weekend.

After a financial dispute between Google and Disney that lasted a couple of weeks, Disney properties (including the ESPN family of networks) returned to the streaming cable service, as a deal between the two parties was announced on Friday night. As a YouTube TV subscriber, I got an email directly from the service letting me know, which read, in part:

"We're happy to share that we've reached a deal with Disney to bring their content back to YouTube TV," the email said. "You now have access to Disney channels, including ABC and ESPN, and any recordings that were previously in your Library. Your personal preferences and recommendations are just as you left them."

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The email also clarified that the $20 credit Google offered to YouTube TV customers affected by the lack of Disney channels is still valid for anyone who wants to claim it. In other words, if you're patient and can live without Disney products for a couple of weeks, you've just earned $20 off your next bill with minimal effort on your part. As a big college football fan, though, I and others definitely felt the outage. A large majority of big-time college games air on ESPN networks and ABC.

I'll gladly take the $20. Just don't let this happen again during the next football season.

SAVE $380: This weekend, Amazon has a 75” TOSHIBA Smart TV on sale for 49% off at $399, down from its list price of $779. 

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Honesty, fall is the best time to invest in a new TV. Twilight fans celebrate the arrival of “hoa hoa hoa hoa” season, sports fans rejoice in the return of football Sundays, and Gilmore Girls fans delight at the first crispy leaf. If you’re a maximalist when it comes to your viewing pleasure, this 75” smart TV from TOSHIBA might be your next perfect purchase.

The TV is ready to use right out of the box, featuring built-in Fire TV streaming capabilities. The device might be absolutely massive, but it is also super thin. This makes it easy to fit onto an entertainment center or TV stand, although extra work may be required due to its size. 

TOSHIBA’s Full Array dimming technology analyzes your content and increases or decreases the brightness and sharpness to offer you more contrast and a crisper image. It also analyzes your content and optimizes the best possible picture quality with its engine, known as REGZA Engine ZR. Reviewers are quite pleased with the size ratio for its price. Some reviewers note (and praise) the fact that they can see the screen clearly from other rooms. 

Today's Connections: Sports Edition is easy if you love SEC football.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Fitcheck

• Green: How to get two points

• Blue: College QBs

• Purple: Super things

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Headgear

• Green: A Score in Basketball

• Blue: First Names of SEC QBs

• Purple: Super____

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #418 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Headgear - BALACLAVA, CAP, HAT, VISOR

• A Score in Basketball - BASKET, BUCKET, FIELD GOAL, MAKE

• First Names of SEC QBs - ARCH, DIEGO, TRINIDAD, TY

• Super____ - FLEX, SONICS, SPEEDWAY, STAR

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

The site formerly known as Twitter has killed what were formerly known as Twitter DMs, in favor of something new.

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Elon Musk's X has finally rolled out Chat, a replacement for the DM tab that has been located at the bottom right of the Twitter app for many years. All your old DMs and group chats are still there, but there have been some changes. It's all end-to-end encrypted now; you can edit and delete messages, and even set them to disappear after a certain amount of time, similar to Signal. X claims this is all for the sake of privacy, of course.

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All of this came along with a UI makeover as well. While added privacy is, in concept, a very good thing, I should note that many longtime Twitter power users in my life are dismayed by these changes. Finding existing chats in the web browser version of X is now more challenging than it used to be, and changing the names of group chats has also become difficult, if not impossible. The mobile app version of Chat is also noticeably slower than what was there before, in my experience. One of my longtime group chats has already started the process of migrating to Discord.

However, it's now Elon Musk's site, and he can do with it as he pleases. Maybe Bluesky will finally add group chats one of these days.