Wordle hint and answer #667: Monday, April 17

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Whether you need the answer to today's Wordle(opens in new tab) delivered in an instant, would like to take a look at some general hints and tips to help with every game, or you'd just like to read a helpful clue for the April 17 (667) puzzle, you'll find all that and plenty more just below.

I knew I was going to struggle with today's Wordle when the first two attempts to solve the puzzle turned over full rows of greys, and it was almost entirely downhill from there. I found myself staring at the final row with two greens and two possible answers to choose from—somehow, I managed to pick the right Wordle answer before my guesses ran out.

Today's answer is used to describe briefly catching the scent of something or detecting a slight odour as you enter a room or pass by someone. The word may also refer to small puffs of air too. 

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

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. 

Keep winning Wordle. The answer to the April 17 (667) Wordle isWHIFF.

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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There are six rows of five boxes