Today's NYT Wordle lands with puzzle #1700, and this Friday challenge serves up a double-vowel pattern that could trip up players who rely on standard elimination strategies. Whether you're protecting a legendary streak or starting fresh, we've got the hints to guide you home.
The Basics (For New Players)
Wordle gives you six attempts to crack a five-letter word. After each guess, tiles change color: green means right letter, right spot; yellow signals right letter, wrong position; gray indicates the letter isn't in the word at all. One puzzle per day, shared by millions worldwide. That's the beauty of it.
Created by Josh Wardle in 2021 and now part of The New York Times Games family, Wordle has become a daily ritual for word lovers everywhere. Today's puzzle #1700 awaits.
The Letter Rundown
Today's puzzle breaks down like this:
Vowel Count: 2 vowel(s)
Consonant Count: 3 consonant(s)
Repeated Letters: Yes - the letter O appears twice
Letter Rarity: All common letters
The Elimination Game (Progressive Hints)
We've designed these hints to reveal just enough at each level. Stop when you've got it figured out.
Level 1 (The Vibe): Think about someone avoiding responsibility or payment.
Level 2 (The Category): This word is a verb. It describes a behavior that's generally frowned upon in social situations.
Level 3 (The Boundaries): Starts with M, ends with H.
Level 4 (The Structure): Contains a double vowel in the middle positions.
Level 5 (The Giveaway): To obtain something from others without giving anything in return.
Quick-Reference Clues
First Letter: M
Last Letter: H
Vowels Present: O
Double Letters: YES
Rhymes With: POOCH, SMOOCH, BROOCH
Today's Wordle Answer
Final warning: The answer is directly below. Scroll only if you're ready.
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The answer to Wordle #1700 is: MOOCH
Word DNA: Breaking Down Today's Answer
MOOCH verb. To beg, borrow, or obtain something without paying for it or without permission; to sponge off others.
Origins: Likely derived from British slang, possibly from Romani "mōč" meaning "to beg." The word entered English usage in the late 19th century.
Word Family: moocher, mooching, mooched
Fun Fact: The double-O pattern appears in only about 3% of Wordle answers, making this a relatively uncommon letter combination that can catch players off guard.
The Streak Saver Rating
Difficulty: 3 / 5
Trap Factor: MEDIUM. The double vowel pattern is less common than standard consonant-vowel arrangements, but all letters are high-frequency.
Average Solve: 3.8 guesses (estimate based on difficulty)
MOOCH presents a moderate challenge due to its double-O structure. While M, O, C, and H are all common letters, the repeated vowel creates ambiguity. Players who test O early might see yellow and assume only one O exists, potentially wasting guesses on words like MOUND or MOUTH. The word's informal nature might also throw off players expecting more formal vocabulary.
What This Puzzle Teaches
Double letters require systematic testing. When you get a yellow on a vowel, don't eliminate it from consideration, it might appear twice. This is especially true for common vowels like A, E, I, O, U.
Common starting letters can be deceptive. M is the 14th most common starting letter in Wordle answers, but it leads to many possible words. Combine M with vowel testing early to narrow the field efficiently.
Tomorrow's Reset
Puzzle #1701 drops at midnight in your timezone. Did today's MOOCH catch you off guard, or did you crack it in three? Either way, every Wordle sharpens your instincts for the next one.
See you at midnight for the next challenge.
