Another day, another five-letter battle of wits. Today’s Wordle felt sharp — literally and figuratively. It sliced through the easy guesses and left players staring at a board that seemed just out of reach.

If you found yourself circling back to the same guesses, struggling to find a word that fit both the consonant placement and the vowel trickery — you weren’t alone. Today’s puzzle was quick to punish random guessing, but oh-so-rewarding when you finally landed on the solution.

Top hints for today's Wordle: 26 September 2025

Want a nudge before the reveal? Here are 8 clues to help you get there:

  1. A five-letter verb.
  2. Means to waste time or move slowly.
  3. Can also hint at playful flirting.
  4. Starts with a consonant, ends with a vowel sound.
  5. Contains a double letter.
  6. Includes exactly one vowel.
  7. Rhymes with “rally.”
  8. Think “to linger longer than needed.”

Answer for Today’s Wordle: 26 September 2025

Today’s puzzle tested patience — fitting, considering the word itself. Solvers likely tried delay, stall, or loiter before the double “L” clue clicked into place.

The answer? DALLY.

A word with a mischievous edge — not just idling away time, but also hinting at lighthearted teasing or flirtation. It’s one of those playful words that feels almost like a wink when you read it.

When the tiles turned green, the puzzle felt like it had been nudging solvers all along: “Don’t rush, take your time, enjoy the game.”

Tricks to get it going

If you want to improve your chances of solving the puzzle faster, here are a few tried-and-true strategies:

  1. Start with a strong opener – Choose a word packed with common vowels and consonants (like R, S, T, N, L). This quickly reveals patterns.
  2. Mix up the vowels – Don’t hesitate to test different vowel placements early on. Knowing where vowels sit can unlock the word structure fast.
  3. Use elimination smartly – Even a “wrong” guess is useful. Pay attention to grays, greens, and yellows to cut down options logically.
  4. Don’t cling to one idea – If you get stuck, reset your thinking. Often, the right word is simpler than the brain makes it out to be.
  5. Look for word patterns – Endings like “-ED,” “-ER,” or “-Y” are common in Wordle answers, so keep those in mind when filling blanks.
  6. Stay calm under pressure – The sixth guess can feel intense, but don’t rush. Take a breath and think of all the possibilities that fit your clues.

Wordle has become a daily ritual for millions of people around the world—and for good reason. It’s quick, it’s challenging, and it delivers that tiny hit of accomplishment that sets the tone for the rest of the day.

Part of the magic is its simplicity: just five letters, six tries, and a new puzzle every day. Add in the friendly competition of sharing results without giving away the answer, and suddenly it’s more than a game—it’s a community habit.

Another reason? It’s accessible. Anyone can play, from casual puzzle lovers to word nerds, without needing to download anything complicated or spend more than a few minutes. That balance of easy to start and hard to master is what keeps people coming back every single morning.

Keep practicing, keep playing, and come back tomorrow ready for a fresh word and a brand-new victory.

Final Thoughts

Not every Wordle answer is straightforward — some come with charm. Today’s was one of those, rewarding solvers not just with a victory, but with a grin.