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Wordle Reveals December 14 Answer: SWING Sparks Discussion

12/15/2025

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The Wordle answer for December 14, 2025, is SWING.
SWING is a five-letter term that can refer to a playground toy and describes a back-and-forth motion.
The term contains one vowel and begins with S and ends with G.
Previous answers include DODGY on December 14 and ERASE on December 13.
There are discussions about potentially expanding Wordle to six-letter words in the future.

History

Historical Context

Wordle, created by Josh Wardle in 2021, quickly became a viral sensation, attracting millions of players with its daily five-letter word puzzles. The New York Times acquired the game in January 2022 for over $1 million, reflecting its cultural significance. By 2023, Wordle had been played 4.8 billion times, influencing a surge in interactive word games and digital puzzles.

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Story summary

The Wordle answer for December 14, 2025, is SWING.
SWING is a five-letter term that can refer to a playground toy and describes a back-and-forth motion.
The term contains one vowel and begins with S and ends with G.
Previous answers include DODGY on December 14 and ERASE on December 13.
There are discussions about potentially expanding Wordle to six-letter words in the future.

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