Past Wordle Word: SHIRK

SHIRK vowel pattern, ending family, and linked pattern paths.

Answer Structure

Wordle #593 · February 2, 2023 · Edited by Tracy Bennett

The answer here was SHIRK. Its ending family, vowel load, and overall shape are what make it recognizable in the archive.

SHIRK

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Shape of the Answer

SHIRK follows the CCVCC consonant-vowel pattern and ends in RK.

It uses five unique letters, so the board narrows through position rather than repeat handling.

Why This Pattern Stands Out

Letter Shape

SHIRK follows the CCVCC consonant-vowel pattern.

Vowels

I with a common vowel profile across tracked answers.

Repeats

Every letter is unique in this answer.

Starts with SEnds with RKRare letters: K

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FAQ

What letter pattern makes SHIRK distinctive?

SHIRK follows the CCVCC consonant-vowel shape, uses five unique letters, and ends in RK.

Why include pattern-page links with a single answer?

Pattern pages give the next step when you recognize a shape or ending but still need a broader candidate list.

Does this record still confirm the exact archived answer?

Yes. Wordle #593 on February 2, 2023 used SHIRK, and the pattern sections explain how the word is built.