Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning MODE into MADE.
Change the 3rd letter D to T, turning MADE into MATE.
Change the 4th letter E to T, turning MATE into MATT.
Change the 1st letter M to W, turning MATT into WATT.
Change the 3rd letter T to N, turning WATT into WANT.
Change the 2nd letter A to E, turning WANT into WENT.
Q: What is the shortest path from MODE to WENT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MODE to WENT takes exactly 6 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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