Fri Mar 21 11:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Wordle’s Moderately Challenging “Baste” Leaves Some Players Baffled
**New York, NY** – Today’s Wordle puzzle, featuring the word “baste,” proved moderately challenging for players, with an average solve time of 4.8 guesses out of a possible six, according to The Wordle Review. While some solvers found the word readily, others, including one contributor who confessed to needing to look up the word’s meaning, encountered difficulties.
The word “baste,” defined as either sewing with long loose stitches or moistening meat during cooking, caught many off guard. One player detailed their experience, initially narrowing the possibilities down to four words before ultimately needing six guesses. The player’s unexpected struggles highlight the occasional need for luck and the varied levels of vocabulary among players.
The Wordle Review, a daily online resource featuring hints and post-game analysis, encourages players to share their experiences using the hashtag #wordlereview. The New York Times Games team, now active on Instagram, also invites players to follow them for solving tips and behind-the-scenes content. The team’s platform highlights the global community aspect of the popular word game, encouraging both experienced and novice players to participate.
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