{"id":81419,"date":"2025-07-22T08:37:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T12:37:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/?p=81419"},"modified":"2025-07-22T08:37:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T12:37:25","slug":"todays-wordle-hints-and-answer-july-22","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/todays-wordle-hints-and-answer-july-22\/81419\/","title":{"rendered":"Today\u2019s Wordle hints and answer, July 22"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019ve been playing since Wordle<\/em> became a viral sensation in 2022 or you\u2019re just now diving into the daily word-guessing craze, we\u2019ve got you covered with hints, strategy tips, and today\u2019s solution \u2014 all in one place. If you\u2019re stuck and trying to protect your streak, don\u2019t worry. We\u2019ll give you a chance to figure it out with some clues before revealing the final answer at the end of the page.<\/p>\n

Just a quick reminder: this is only one of several daily puzzles you can try from The New York Times<\/em>. If you enjoy Wordle<\/em>, be sure to check out Connections<\/em>, Strands<\/em>, The Mini<\/em>, and the Crossword<\/em> as well. For even more variety, Merriam-Webster has also launched its own take on the daily puzzle format.<\/p>\n

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Yesterday\u2019s Wordle Answer<\/h3>\n

Before we get into today\u2019s puzzle, here\u2019s a quick look back for context. The answer to yesterday\u2019s Wordle (July 21)<\/strong> was TIZZY<\/strong>. So today\u2019s word, while also five letters, is something completely different, and maybe a little less chaotic.<\/p>\n

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Helpful Hints for Today\u2019s Wordle (July 22)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Not ready to see the answer just yet? Let\u2019s go over a few hints that might help you solve today\u2019s word without giving it away directly:<\/p>\n

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    Today\u2019s word includes the letter B<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    It contains only one vowel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    There are no repeated letters<\/strong> in this word.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    The word describes something that is overcooked or scorched<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Take a moment and think it through. When you\u2019re ready to check, scroll down for the reveal.<\/p>\n

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    Today\u2019s Wordle Answer for July 22<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    If you\u2019re still unsure and don\u2019t want to risk breaking your streak, here\u2019s today\u2019s answer:<\/p>\n

    BURNT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    What Does \u201cBurnt\u201d Mean?<\/h3>\n

    The word burnt<\/strong> is the past tense and past participle of the verb burn<\/em>. It can also be used as an adjective. Here are a few ways it\u2019s commonly used:<\/p>\n

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      As a verb<\/strong>: \u201cShe accidentally burnt the toast.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      As an adjective<\/strong>: \u201cThe pizza had a burnt crust.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      As a color<\/strong>: In design or art, you might hear \u201cburnt orange\u201d or \u201cburnt sienna\u201d to describe warm, deep hues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Tips for Tomorrow\u2019s Wordle<\/h3>\n

      While Wordle<\/em> can feel random at times, there are a few solid strategies that can help you improve your odds:<\/p>\n

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        Start with a word that includes multiple vowels<\/strong>, like adieu<\/strong>, media<\/strong>, radio<\/strong>, or arise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Avoid repeating letters in your opening guess \u2013 you want to gather as much new information as possible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        In your second guess, focus on common consonants<\/strong> like R, S, T, L, or N. Words like stern<\/strong>, atone<\/strong>, or irate<\/strong> are great second choices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Don\u2019t reuse letters that came up gray<\/strong> in previous guesses \u2013 those letters aren\u2019t in the word at all.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        With a bit of strategy and pattern recognition, your odds of cracking the puzzle will go up each day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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