Mon Mar 24 12:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Wordle’s Moderately Challenging “SHELF” Stumps Some Players
**NEW YORK, March 25, 2025** – Today’s Wordle puzzle proved moderately challenging for players, with an average solve time of 4.6 guesses out of a possible six, according to The Wordle Review. The answer, revealed as “SHELF,” a noun defined as “a thin, flat length of wood, metal, etc., fixed horizontally at right angles to a wall and used for holding things,” tripped up some solvers.
The Wordle Review, which features daily analyses and player discussions, noted that testers employed an average of 4.6 guesses to solve the puzzle; those who failed to guess correctly averaged 7 attempts. The site encourages players to share their experiences and hints in the comments section, utilizing the hashtag #wordlereview on social media. For a more personalized difficulty analysis, players are directed to WordleBot.
The New York Times Games team, which now has an official Instagram account, promotes its platform for solving tips and behind-the-scenes content. The team also encourages players experiencing technical issues to use the in-app help function. Separate forums are available for discussions related to Spelling Bee and Connections.
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