Wordle #547

Wordle Hints and Answer for Sunday, December 18, 2022

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Today's puzzle is rated Medium difficulty. The answer is a verb, noun with 2 vowels and uses very common letters.

Difficulty: Medium

verb, noun

Letter Facts

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Letters

Very Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

TRACESPAREREACT

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to gradual change or transformation in size or intensity.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might hear this word when someone is reducing their medication dosage or when describing the shape of a candle.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word begins with the letter T.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

Think of a synonym for gradually narrowing or decreasing. Athletes might do this before a big race.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with PAPER.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

It starts with T and ends with R. A thin candle used for lighting other candles shares this name.

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Answer

TAPER

TAPER can function as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a slender candle or a gradual narrowing in thickness. As a verb, it means to gradually reduce in size, amount, or intensity. Athletes commonly 'taper' their training before a major competition, reducing their workout intensity to peak at the right moment.

Strategy Tip

Today's word uses all common letters with no repeats. When you have a word with everyday letters like these, focus on finding the right arrangement rather than hunting for unusual consonants. Sometimes the simplest letters can be tricky when placed in unexpected positions.