Clues, Hints, and the Answers for Tuesday, September 9

Quordle doesn’t play fair; it pushes your brain to juggle four puzzles at once. Some days the grid feels generous, other days it feels downright ruthless. Today’s set falls somewhere in the middle: tricky enough to keep you thinking, but not impossible if you stay sharp.

But first, here’s the rundown for all those just joining the fun.

What is Quordle?

Quordle is like Wordle multiplied by four. You’re solving four five-letter words at once within a single grid, and you get nine attempts to guess them all. Each guess applies across all four words simultaneously, turning letters green (correct place), yellow (right letter, wrong spot), or gray (not in the word).

The game resets at midnight local time. Originally created in early 2022 by Freddie Meyer, Quordle was acquired by Merriam-Webster in early 2023.

Need a hint for today’s Quordle?

If you don’t want to spoil the game but need a little help, here are some booster hints for you. 

• Word 1: Taken by surprise, caught off guard.
• Word 2: Struck with the knee.
• Word 3: To happen again, or occur repeatedly.
• Word 4: Going beyond, on the extreme side.

Any double letters in today’s Quordle?

Yes, there are multiple repeated letters across the four answers. In fact, 3 letters are repeated across the words. 

What are the first letters of each word?

The answers start with the letters A, K, R, and U.

Ready for the final reveal?

This is your last warning: you can’t go back now!
If you scroll too far, it ain’t on us!

Today’s Quordle answers are:
ABACK, KNEED, RECUR, ULTRA

Well, today’s puzzle was definitely a quirky mix, a surprise, a strike, a repetition, and something beyond the ordinary. If you enjoyed the game, make sure to come back tomorrow for more hints and answers!