Change the 4th letter K to E, turning PINK into PINE.
Change the 1st letter P to M, turning PINE into MINE.
Change the 3rd letter N to K, turning MINE into MIKE.
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning MIKE into MAKE.
Q: What is the shortest path from PINK to MAKE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PINK to MAKE takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 4-letter words. A good strategy is to look for common intermediate words or focus on changing vowels first.
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