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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Brittany Miller

HISTORICAL FACTS: Is wordle ruining our mental health - The Untold Story

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Six tries to guess five letters that make up one word. The simple premise that became a global sensation first emerged as a way of taking our minds off any stress happening around us when we were confined to our homes during the pandemic. But while Wordle, and countless other phone and internet games, offered a respite for some, not everyone found the games as comforting or as simple as they seemed.

In the years since, games have become part of a daily routine for many, whether it’s attempting to solve the puzzle first thing in the morning or completing it during a free moment while preparing for bed.

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