NEW YORK — Wordle enthusiasts logging in Saturday encountered a moderately challenging puzzle as the popular New York Times game presented "QUELL" as the solution for puzzle No. 1820 on June 13, 2026, offering a fresh test of vocabulary and deduction skills for millions of daily players worldwide.

The word "quell," a verb meaning to crush, subdue or put an end to something, such as a rebellion or an emotion, aligned with the game's pattern of drawing from everyday yet sometimes elusive English terms. According to Webster's New World College Dictionary, it refers to suppressing or overcoming forcefully.

Players who started with common opening words containing multiple vowels and frequent consonants likely narrowed possibilities quickly, as the answer featured a double "L" and began with "Q," a less common starting letter that can trip up solvers relying on typical patterns.

Wordle, created originally by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, has maintained its status as a global phenomenon since its acquisition by the New York Times. The simple yet addictive format — six attempts to guess a five-letter word with color-coded feedback — continues to draw dedicated followings, with many sharing streaks and strategies on social media.

For Saturday's puzzle, subtle hints pointed toward suppression or pacification. The presence of repeated letters added a layer of complexity for those tracking frequencies. Solvers who identified the starting "Q" early gained a significant advantage, as options become limited in that category.

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