Players worldwide awoke on Sunday to the New York Times Wordle puzzle No. 1821, with the solution revealed as "SEPIA," a term evoking vintage photography and warm brownish tones that stumped many early guessers on June 14, 2026.

The five-letter word, which can function as both a noun and an adjective, refers to a dark reddish-brown color or a photographic print in that hue, according to dictionary definitions. It proved moderately challenging, with many solvers reporting success in four or five attempts as the puzzle's mix of common and less frequent letters tested vocabulary and strategy.

Wordle enthusiasts took to social media and forums to share their journeys, with starting words like "SLATE," "CRANE" and "AUDIO" proving popular. The answer's three vowels — E, I and A — and the relatively uncommon S-P combination led to varied guessing patterns throughout the day.

For those who prefer hints before the full reveal, the puzzle featured a color-related theme that aligned with photographic history. Solvers who narrowed down vowels early often progressed faster, while those focusing on consonants sometimes needed extra attempts to pinpoint the exact arrangement.

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