Today’s Wordle answer and hints (Aug. 18)

I’m not afraid to admit I stumbled on today’s Wordle. It was tough, even by The New York Times’ standard. Before I give away the answer, I have a few hints and clues that might lead you in the right direction.

Table of contents

• Today’s Wordle hints and clues (Aug. 18)
• Today’s Wordle answer (No. 1,521, Aug. 18)
• Today’s Wordle difficulty rating (Aug. 18)
• Previous Wordle answers
• How to play more word games after solving today’s Wordle

Today’s Wordle hints and clues (Aug. 18)

Just six guesses. Image by Dot Esports

• Hint 1: This word is a noun and a verb.
• Hint 2: It refers to an important topic.
• Hint 3: Begins with “I.”

Today’s Wordle answer (No. 1,521, Aug. 18)

Are you still struggling with today’s Wordle? I don’t blame you. The answer is ISSUE. This word has multiple meanings, but it can be defined as an important topic or problem for debate or discussion, or the action of supplying or distributing an item for use, sale, or official purposes.