Wordle hint and answer #618: Monday, February 27

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Need a little help with today's Wordle(opens in new tab)? Then you're in the right place. We can offer you anything from general game-winning hints and tips to a daily clue, and if you're really stuck—or would rather skip straight to the part where you win—you'll find the answer to the February 27 (618) Wordle just below.

I had no greens at all after two guesses today… but I did have four yellows to rearrange into a winning combination, and today that turned out to be more than enough help, even so early on in the game. I'll happily start my Wordle week like that.

Today's answer is the negative outcome of what can sometimes be a well-intentioned act—such as an amateur artist trying to restore an ancient painting to disastrous effect. To put it more simply: the opposite of making something better would be to make it  _____. 

There are no double letters in today's Wordle. 

If you've decided to play Wordle but you're not sure where to start, I'll help set you on the path to your first winning streak. Make all your guesses count and become a Wordle winner with these quick tips: 

You're not racing against the clock so there's no reason to rush. In fact, it's not a bad idea to treat the game like a casual newspaper crossword and come back to it later if you're coming up blank. Sometimes stepping away for a while means you can come back with a fresh perspective. 

Let's get rid of the greys. The answer to the February 27 (618) Wordle isWORSE.

Previous Wordle solutions can help to eliminate guesses for today's Wordle, as the answer isn't likely to be repeated. They can also give you some solid ideas for starting words that keep your daily puzzle-solving fresh.

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