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Since it’s a lazy Sunday, I thought we’d take a walk down history lane before solving today’s Wordle, as we so often do on days such as this. Here are some big, important historical events that took place on August 25th throughout history:
- (1346)Battle of Crécy: On August 25, 1346, the Battle of Crécy took place during the Hundred Years’ War between England and France. The English forces, led by King Edward III, achieved a decisive victory over the French, largely due to the effective use of the longbow. This battle marked a turning point in military tactics and had long-lasting implications for medieval warfare.
- (1794) The Whiskey Rebellion: On August 25, 1794, President George Washington ordered the dispatch of troops to suppress the Whiskey Rebellion in western Pennsylvania. The rebellion was a protest against the federal excise tax on whiskey, and Washington’s response was significant as it established the authority of the federal government to enforce its laws.
- (1916) Founding of the National Park Service: The U.S. National Park Service was established on August 25, 1916, by President Woodrow Wilson, following the passage of the Organic Act. This event was pivotal in the conservation movement, setting the stage for the protection of natural and cultural resources across the United States.
- (1944) The Liberation of Paris: During World War II, Paris was liberated from Nazi occupation on August 25, 1944. The French Resistance, along with Allied forces, led a successful uprising against the German occupiers. The event marked a significant turning point in the war, symbolizing the beginning of the end of Nazi control in Western Europe.
- (1944) The Warsaw Uprising: The Warsaw Uprising, a major World War II operation by the Polish resistance Home Army, was ongoing on August 25, 1944. Although the uprising began on August 1, this day marks the ongoing struggle of Polish forces against German occupation. The event is significant for its demonstration of the Polish resistance’s determination, despite being heavily outnumbered and under-equipped.
- (1989) Voyager 2’s Encounter with Neptune: NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft made its closest approach to Neptune on August 25, 1989. This was the first and only spacecraft to visit Neptune, providing humanity with its first detailed images and scientific data about the distant planet and its moons. This event marked a significant milestone in space exploration.
Okay, Wordle time!
How To Solve Today’s Wordle
The Hint: On wheels or on ice.
The Clue: This Wordle ends with a vowel.
Okay, spoilers below!
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The Answer:
Wordle Analysis
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I’m pretty happy with today’s guessing game. TRAIL was a better opening guess than I expected, leaving me with just 36 words to choose from. STAGE set the stage for a decisive victory: only SPATE or SKATE remained. I often guess SPATE for my opening or second guess, so I went with the other word and sure enough, SKATED to victory! Huzzah!
Competitive Wordle Score
I get 1 point for guessing in three and one for beating the Bot, who guessed SPATE on his third guess. Silly Bot, Wordles are for kids! 2 points for me!
How To Play Competitive Wordle
- Guessing in 1 is worth 3 points; guessing in 2 is worth 2 points; guessing in 3 is worth 1 point; guessing in 4 is worth 0 points; guessing in 5 is -1 points; guessing in 6 is -2 points and missing the Wordle is -3 points.
- If you beat your opponent you get 1 point. If you tie, you get 0 points. And if you lose to your opponent, you get -1 point. Add it up to get your score. Keep a daily running score or just play for a new score each day.
- Fridays are 2XP, meaning you double your points—positive or negative.
- You can keep a running tally or just play day-by-day. Enjoy!
Today’s Wordle Etymology
The word “skate” has a somewhat complex etymology, as it can refer to both the act of skating (as in ice skating or roller skating) and the fish known as a skate. Here’s a breakdown of its origins:
1. Skating (Verb and Noun)
The verb “to skate,” meaning to glide on ice or another surface using skates, comes from the Dutch word “schaats” (plural “schaatsen”), which means “stilt” or “skate.” The Dutch term is related to the Old French word “escache,” meaning “stilt” or “skate.”
- The word was adopted into English in the late 17th century, around the time when ice skating became popular in Northern Europe. The development of the word in English likely reflects the influence of Dutch and Flemish culture on English-speaking regions, particularly during the period when the Dutch had significant influence in England.
2. Skate (Fish)
The word “skate,” referring to the flat, cartilaginous fish, comes from the Old Norse word “skáta,” which was likely borrowed into Middle English from Old Norse around the 14th century. The word may be related to the Icelandic “skata” or the Danish “skate,” both of which refer to the same type of fish.
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