If today's Wordle puzzle has left you lost for words, there’s no need to worry. The game, developed by Josh Wardle, involves guessing a five-letter word within six attempts and has become a daily favorite among millions. As many players discover, even the game's creator finds the puzzles challenging. “My partner and I play it on the couch together each morning,” Wardle shared in an interview, highlighting the game's engaging nature.

After its release in October 2021, Wordle quickly gained massive popularity, escalating from just 90 users to 300,000 in just a few months. The NYT acquired the game shortly thereafter, and it has since become an integral part of the New York Times Games portfolio. Each puzzle offers players feedback through colored tiles: green for correct letters in the right place, yellow for correct letters in the wrong place, and gray for letters that are not in the word.

For those finding the current challenge tricky, here are some helpful clues for January 7, 2025, to guide your attempts:

• Hint #1: Today's answer is a noun.
• Hint #2: It contains two vowels.
• Hint #3: Today's Wordle solution starts with 'A'.
• Hint #4: Today's answer has one repeating letter.
• Hint #5: It means a book of maps or a street map.

Today's answer is "ATLAS". This word encapsulates today's challenge and satisfies the provided clues perfectly.

Wordle updates daily, so players can look forward to another puzzle each day at midnight. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, aim to enjoy the cerebral challenge it presents and be sure to check back for hints and solutions each day.

To engage more fully with Wordle, visit the official New York Times Games page. Remember, part of the enjoyment is in testing your linguistic skills, so happy guessing!