Letter Shape
MERCY follows the CVCCC consonant-vowel pattern.
Past Wordle Word: MERCY
October 18, 2023, puzzle #851, MERCY, and related archive context.
Answer for This Date
October 18, 2023 maps to Wordle #851, and that puzzle used MERCY. It starts with M, ends in CY, and fits the CVCCC letter shape.
MERCY
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How the Date Maps to Puzzle Number
The calendar date October 18, 2023, the puzzle number 851, and the answer MERCY all point to the same archived record.
MERCY uses five unique letters, which helps distinguish it from nearby archive answers.
Answer Traits
Vowels
E with a common vowel profile across tracked answers.
Repeats
Every letter is unique in this answer.
Starts with MEnds with CYRare letters: None
FAQ
Was MERCY the answer for Wordle 10/18/23?
Yes. Wordle #851 on October 18, 2023 used MERCY as the final answer.
Can I confirm the answer by puzzle number instead of the date?
Yes. Puzzle #851, the date October 18, 2023, and the answer MERCY all point to the same archived record.
Where should I go if I need today's board instead?
Use the Wordle hint today page for the live daily puzzle rather than this historical record.