Today’s NYT Wordle puzzle (#1702) delivered a moderate challenge for Sunday solvers. The five-letter word featured an uncommon K and a tricky double L, a combination that may have slowed down even experienced players trying to protect their streak.
If you’re still working through the puzzle, scroll carefully — hints come first, followed by the final answer.
How Wordle Works (For New Players)
Wordle gives players six attempts to guess a five-letter word. After each guess:
- 🟩 Green: Correct letter, correct position
- 🟨 Yellow: Correct letter, wrong position
- ⬜ Gray: Letter not in the word
Created by Josh Wardle in 2021 and later acquired by The New York Times, Wordle has become a daily ritual for millions worldwide.
Today’s Wordle #1702: Letter Breakdown
- Vowels: 1
- Consonants: 4
- Repeated Letters: Yes (double L)
- Notable Letter: Contains an uncommon K
Progressive Hints for Wordle #1702
Try solving with as few clues as possible:
Level 1 – General Theme:
Think anatomy and protection.
Level 2 – Category:
It’s a noun and part of the human skeletal system.
Level 3 – Word Structure:
Starts with S and ends with L.
Level 4 – Letter Pattern:
The final two letters are LL.
Level 5 – Direct Clue:
It’s the bony structure that protects the brain.
Quick Clues at a Glance
- First Letter: S
- Last Letter: L
- Vowel Present: U
- Double Letters: Yes
- Rhymes With: DULL, NULL, HULL
Wordle #1702 Answer for February 15, 2026
⚠️ Final spoiler warning!
The answer is:
SKULL
Meaning and Word Facts
SKULL (noun): The bony framework of the head that encloses and protects the brain.
- Origin: From Middle English skulle, derived from Old Norse skalli, meaning bald head or skull.
- Word Family: skulls, skulled, skullcap
- Difficulty Level: 3/5 (Medium)
The uncommon K — found in relatively few Wordle solutions — combined with a repeated LL, created a subtle trap. Players who quickly identified the single vowel U likely had an easier path to solving.
Puzzle #1703 arrives at midnight in your local time zone. Whether you cracked today’s Wordle in three guesses or used all six, each game sharpens your strategy for the next challenge.
