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Wordle's 'NADIR' Engages Players Worldwide with Community Strategies

9/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

On September 13, 2025, the Wordle answer was "NADIR," meaning the lowest point in fortunes or perspective.
Hints indicated it starts with 'N', has two vowels, and no repeating letters.
Players found it moderately easy, often using common starting words like ARISE or CRANE.
Wordle engages millions worldwide, promoting community sharing of strategies and results.
The game originated as a personal project by Josh Wardle in 2021 and was acquired by the New York Times in 2022.

History

Historical Context

Launched in October 2021 by Josh Wardle, Wordle quickly gained popularity, mirroring the success of earlier word games like Scrabble, which debuted in 1938. By January 2022, the New York Times acquired Wordle for a low seven-figure sum, enhancing its reach. The game's viral success, with 4.8 billion plays in 2023, highlights the enduring appeal of language-based games in fostering social connections.

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Story summary

On September 13, 2025, the Wordle answer was "NADIR," meaning the lowest point in fortunes or perspective.
Hints indicated it starts with 'N', has two vowels, and no repeating letters.
Players found it moderately easy, often using common starting words like ARISE or CRANE.
Wordle engages millions worldwide, promoting community sharing of strategies and results.
The game originated as a personal project by Josh Wardle in 2021 and was acquired by the New York Times in 2022.

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