Today's Wordle answer for Tuesday, January 7

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We've got the answer to today's Wordle ready to go if you need a hand—don't worry about it, everyone has off days. And if you don't, then we've still got plenty of ways to help you out. Our tips can give your puzzling solving routine a fresh angle, and our clue for the January 7 (1298) game is ready to cut through all the noise and help get you over the final hurdle. 

Thanks to one stupid mistake (just the one, honest) and a weird blind spot I really should've poked and prodded harder than I did, today's Wordle took twice as long to solve as it needed to. I'm annoyed, and it's all my own fault. But I did at least stumble and flounder my way to the right word eventually, so that probably counts for something. I don't think Wordle minds, so maybe I shouldn't either.

Today's answer is the word used to refer to a book filled with maps, with charts and other information probably included too. Also the name of an ancient Greek god, often seen holding the whole world on his shoulders. 

Yes, there is a double letter in today's puzzle.

Looking to extend your Wordle winning streak? Perhaps you've just started playing the popular daily puzzle game and are looking for some pointers. Whatever the reason you're here, these quick tips can help push you in the right direction: 

There's no racing against the clock with Wordle so you don't need to rush for the answer. Treating the game like a casual newspaper crossword can be a good tactic; that way, you can come back to it later if you're coming up blank. Stepping away for a while might mean the difference between a win and a line of grey squares. 

Let's get this sorted. The answer to the January 7 (1298) Wordle is ATLAS.

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