Thu Apr 03 17:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Wordle’s Moderately Challenging Thursday: “SHEAR” Takes Center Stage
**New York, NY** – Wordle players faced a moderately challenging puzzle on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, with the answer revealed as “SHEAR.” The New York Times Games team reported an average solve time of 4.5 guesses out of a possible six, indicating a mid-range difficulty level.
The word “SHEAR,” functioning as both a noun and verb, refers to the act of cutting hair, wool, or other materials. One player highlighted the use of onomatopoeia words in their solving process, specifically mentioning “SPLAT” as a helpful guess.
The Wordle Review, which provides daily analysis and community discussion, featured insights from paid testers and encouraged players to share their experiences using the hashtag #wordlereview. The review also noted that the New York Times Games team is now active on Instagram, offering solving tips and behind-the-scenes content.
Players who encountered difficulties are encouraged to consult the WordleBot for a more personalized difficulty analysis, and the Wordle Glossary for a better understanding of the game’s terminology.
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