Wordle Reveals Today’s Answer: DEFER Delays Saturday Puzzle

Lead The New York Times released the Wordle solution for Saturday, September 20, 2025: DEFER, postponing today’s puzzle answer until the final guess for aficionados worldwide.

Nut Graf Wordle players encountered a five-letter verb meaning “to postpone” in puzzle #1554, marking one of the easier weekend challenges as enthusiasts seek quick wins to maintain their streaks.

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Subheading: Key Details

• Puzzle Number: 1554
• Date: September 20, 2025
• Answer: DEFER
• Vowels: Two (E appears twice)
• Repeated Letters: E (appears twice)

Subheading: Gameplay Insights Wordle presented an accessible challenge, with common letters and a clear verb form. Many players used strategic openers like RAISE or SLATE to isolate E and D before zeroing in on the final solution in four or fewer attempts.

Subheading: Player Strategy Tips

• Focus on common vowels early to reduce possibilities.
• Leverage words with double letters to confirm repeats.
• Begin with varied consonants for maximal coverage.

Subheading: What’s Next Tomorrow’s Wordle (#1555) promises another fresh five-letter word. Players are encouraged to apply today’s learnings-especially starting with a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants-to tackle the Sunday puzzle with confidence.