Wordle's World: Hints and the Story Behind January 15, 2025's Word

Hey, Wordle fans! It's time for your daily dose of word puzzling. Did you know Wordle started as a gift and exploded into a global sensation? It's true! Josh Wardle, an engineer, made it for his partner. Soon, people everywhere were hooked. Fans even invented their own versions, like Squabble and Heardle. The New York Times loved it so much, they bought it. There's no perfect starting word, but experts suggest choosing one with lots of vowels and common consonants. Want to make it tougher? Try Wordle's Hard Mode. Sadly, the past puzzles archive is now just for New York Times subscribers. Today's word has something special—a double letter. It's five letters long and starts with K. Ready to guess? The answer is 'knack, ' which means a special skill. Don't worry if you didn't get it; a new challenge awaits tomorrow.