How I solved Wordle #255 - spoilers for today's (rather tough) answer

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Welcome back to my weekday Wordle Solution Diary, where I take you step-by-step through my own Wordle puzzle efforts. Today, we're tackling Wordle #255.

For those unfamiliar with Wordle, The New York Times’ (recently-purchased) daily word game asks you to guess a five-letter word in six tries.  Simple right?

If you just want to skip to the Today's Wordle answer, (and yes, we have a page to do just that), you can depart right now. But what would be the fun in that? 

— How I solved Wordle #251 — when V is a friend and enemy — How I solved Wordle #254 — how S let me down

You want to preserve your streak and, I believe, learn how to get better at Wordle, which means making smart choices and understanding the tactics that can take you from a «Winning in 5» to a «Solved in three» kind of Wordle player.

The guide below includes how I make my guesses and images of my work. When I make a mistake, you'll see it. Maybe it'll help you avoid some of your own.

Let's Wordle together.

Spoiler Alert: If you do not want to know today’s Wordle answer, STOP READING IMMEDIATELY.

Even though it took me four attempts, yesterday's solution (Wordle #254) in four strengthened my confidence. Seeing the «CH» combination reminds me that all those decades of writing might, in fact, count for something. 

I'm so cocky that now I'm ready to Wordle from the train. I'm still using my laptop, though. I'm convinced the big screen is helping me focus.

Your biggest leap will always be that first word. I can choose any five-letter word but, generally, dismiss anything with double letters, as per our guide on how to win at Wordle. 

There are two goals: Get as many correct letters in the right spots as possible and miraculously guess the word on the first try. Thus far,