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Date: 2026-08-11
GAGE → BOOM
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GAGE to BOOM in 7 steps. This 4-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
GAGE → CAGE
Change the 1st letter G to C, turning GAGE into CAGE.
Step 2
CAGE → CARE
Change the 3rd letter G to R, turning CAGE into CARE.
Step 3
CARE → CORE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning CARE into CORE.
Step 4
CORE → CORK
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning CORE into CORK.
Step 5
CORK → COOK
Change the 3rd letter R to O, turning CORK into COOK.
Step 6
COOK → BOOK
Change the 1st letter C to B, turning COOK into BOOK.
Step 7
BOOK → BOOM
Change the 4th letter K to M, turning BOOK into BOOM.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 2, 4, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GAGE to BOOM?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GAGE to BOOM takes exactly 7 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.
Q: Where can I play past Word Ladder puzzles?
A: You can access our complete archive by clicking the "Puzzle Archive" link at the bottom of the page.
Word Definitions
GAGE
CAGE
CARE
CORE
CORK
COOK
BOOK
BOOM