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📅 2026-01-05
FEARS → READY
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FEARS to READY in 4 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This Puzzle🪜 Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1
FEARS → BEARS
Change the 1st letter F to B, turning FEARS into BEARS.
Step 2
BEARS → BEADS
Change the 4th letter R to D, turning BEARS into BEADS.
Step 3
BEADS → READS
Change the 1st letter B to R, turning BEADS into READS.
Step 4
READS → READY
Change the 5th letter S to Y, turning READS into READY.
❓ FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FEARS to READY?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FEARS to READY takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-letter words. A good strategy is to look for common intermediate words or focus on changing vowels first.
Q: Where can I play past Word Ladder puzzles?
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📖 Word Definitions
FEARS
BEARS
BEADS
READS
READY