[July 18, 2025 | Earthtechy Gaming News Desk]
If you found yourself blinking at the screen this morning wondering if Wordle got way too niche today, trust me—you’re not alone! The answer for Wordle #1490 (for July 18, 2025) is both surprisingly adorable and seriously difficult… especially if you’re not up to speed on obscure animals. 😅
Let’s walk through some strategic Wordle hints before we reveal the full answer—because I’m rooting for your streak to stay strong.
🧠 Today’s Wordle Hints (July 18, 2025 – Puzzle #1490)
Feeling stuck but not quite ready to give up? Here are five hand-picked clues that should help steer you in the right direction:
- 🌀 No repeated letters – Yep, every letter is unique today.
- 🅰️ Two vowels – They’re not next to each other, either.
- 🔠 Starts with L – That narrows things down fast.
- 🐾 It’s an animal – Specifically, a real one.
- 🌙 Think nocturnal and wide-eyed – The cuteness overload is real!
Take a moment and think it through… or keep scrolling if you’re ready for the reveal. But hey, spoiler alert incoming! 🚨
🎯 Wordle Answer for July 18, 2025
Drumroll, please… 🥁
The answer to today’s Wordle (#1490) is: LORIS.
Didn’t see that one coming? Same! Honestly, I had to pause for a second and Google it just to make sure I wasn’t imagining things. A loris is a small, nocturnal mammal known for its huge, soulful eyes—and now it’s also responsible for stumping thousands of Wordlers worldwide.
If you’re scratching your head, don’t feel bad. This one’s tough unless you’re into wildlife trivia or frequent Animal Planet documentaries. But hey, now you know—and next time “LORIS” shows up at trivia night, you’re winning points.
⏪ Yesterday’s Wordle Recap
Just to keep your Wordle memory fresh, yesterday’s solution (July 17, 2025 – puzzle #1489) was MODAL. Quite a leap from that to today’s answer, right?
📅 Recent Wordle Answers Recap (July 13–17)
Whether you’re tracking trends or just catching up on missed puzzles, here’s a quick list of the most recent Wordle answers:
- July 13 (#1485): GNOME
- July 14 (#1486): UNDID
- July 15 (#1487): FOIST
- July 16 (#1488): NERVY
- July 17 (#1489): MODAL
Noticing a pattern? Me neither. 😅 That’s what makes Wordle so addictive—it keeps us guessing in more ways than one!
🧩 What’s the Best Wordle Starting Word?
Let’s talk strategy. If you’re just throwing “PLANT” or “MOUSE” out there and hoping for the best, you might want to level up your approach.
According to frequent players (and even WordleBot from the New York Times), smart starter words often include commonly used letters like E, A, R, O, and T. Personally, I like to rotate between:
- ADIEU – For quick vowel checks
- CRANE – A balanced, expert-approved opener
- STARE – Great for revealing S-T-R patterns
- NOISE – Catchy and well-rounded
- TRAIN – A personal favorite for its consonant coverage
Give these a shot and see which one fits your solving style best!
🎮 How to Play Wordle (For New Players)
If you’ve been hearing the Wordle hype and want in on the fun, here’s a super-quick guide to get you started:
- Go to the official New York Times Wordle page.
- You get six tries to guess a secret five-letter word.
- After each guess, tiles change color:
- 🟩 Green = right letter, right place
- 🟨 Yellow = right letter, wrong place
- ⬛ Gray = not in the word at all
It’s simple, addictive, and perfect for your morning brain warm-up.
🧠 Try More NYT Daily Puzzles
If Wordle is your thing, you’ll probably love its puzzle cousins, too:
- NYT Mini Crossword – A quick brain teaser with clever clues
- Connections – Sort words into hidden groups
- Strands – A new visual word-hunt challenge
- Connections: Sports Edition – A themed twist for sports lovers
I cover all these daily on Earthtechy, so feel free to bookmark us and stay ahead of the curve.
🔁 Come Back Tomorrow for More Wordle Fun!
That’s a wrap on Wordle #1490—a puzzle that might’ve surprised you with its big-eyed charm. If you got it, hats off! And if not? No worries. Tomorrow brings a fresh five-letter word and a new chance to show off your vocabulary chops.
Be sure to check back right here on Earthtechy every morning for daily Wordle hints, answers, and solving tips, along with coverage of all your favorite NYT puzzles. Let’s keep those streaks alive!
