Wordle today: Hint and answer #898 for Monday, December 4

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Don't worry if you're struggling with today's Wordle, because all the help you need to win is right here. Whether you're hoping to turn a rough game around in an instant with today's answer, or you'd just like a targeted clue for the December 4 (898) puzzle to put you back on track, you'll find everything you need and more just below.

I can see a million different ways I could've uncovered today's Wordle at least a guess or two earlier than I did, now I've got the answer staring me in the face. Uncommon letter choices can really turn a game around some days… but not this one.

The most terrible outcome. The lowest someone can sink. The poorest quality something can be. The opposite of «best». Think of that word, and you've won today's Wordle. 

No, there is no 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. 

Start the week off right. The answer to the December 4 (898) Wordle is WORST.

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 presented to you by Wordle each day, and you'll need to work out which five-letter