On December 19, Wordle players faced an unexpected challenge when the five-letter word of the day was “myrrh"a word devoid of vowels that left many scratching their heads. This unique choice sparked a wave of frustration and disbelief across the gaming community, with players taking to forums and social media to express their bewilderment. The New York Times even noted that this particular puzzle was trending as one of the most challenging in the game’s history, breaking many players’ streaks.