Wordle #1114

Wordle Hints and Answer for Sunday, July 7, 2024

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Today's puzzle is rated Medium difficulty. The answer is a noun with 2 vowels and uses very common letters, including at least one repeated letter.

Difficulty: Medium

noun

Letter Facts

Vowels

Consonants

Repeats

Yes

Letters

Very Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

CRANEOCEANBACON

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to rules, standards, or established principles that guide a particular field or practice.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might encounter this word in discussions about literature, religion, music, or photography. It refers to an accepted body of work or an official standard.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word begins with the letter C.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

In photography, this is a famous brand name. In religion, it refers to the official list of sacred texts. In literature, it describes the accepted works of an author.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes withANNON, like the last name of the famous 1970s singer and variety show host Dyan.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

It starts with C and ends with N. This five letter word has a repeated letter and refers to an established principle or rule, or a type of musical composition where voices enter successively.

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Answer

CANON

This word comes from the Greek 'kanon' meaning a rule or measuring rod. It has several meanings: the official list of books accepted as genuine scripture, an accepted body of work by an author, a general law or principle, a type of musical composition, and famously, a Japanese camera and electronics company. The word carries connotations of authority and established standards.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle contains a repeated letter, which can be tricky! If your guesses are coming up short, consider that one letter might appear twice. Words with double letters are often overlooked, so try guessing words that repeat a common letter like N, O, or A.