Wordle 306: Answer, clues for Thursday, April 21, 2022 word of the day

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As far as hardest Wordle words go, Wednesday’s was pretty tough. And if you’re here, you’re probably looking for some help if you’re struggling with it. So let’s run down a few clues with this one that could get you to solve it:

1. It has three vowels.

2. It has an uncommon consonant.

3. Hope you paid attention in science classes.

And the answer to Thursday’s puzzle is below this photo of Wordle:

It’s …

OXIDE.