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- SHILL: repeats L; opens with the SH consonant blend.
SHILL is a person who pretends to be impartial while promoting something. The double L is the main trap, and the SH opening narrows the board quickly once the single I vowel is in place.
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A practical solve path is to test the SH blend after S lands near the front. From there, the single vowel and repeated L separate SHILL from more common S-I words that do not fit the ending.
FAQ
What is today's Wordle answer for July 21, 2026?
Today's Wordle answer is SHILL.
What number is today's Wordle?
Today's Wordle is #1858.
Does today's Wordle answer repeat a letter?
Yes. SHILL repeats the letter L.
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