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Date: 2026-09-01
GORE → LIST
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GORE to LIST in 5 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
GORE → GONE
Change the 3rd letter R to N, turning GORE into GONE.
Step 2
GONE → LONE
Change the 1st letter G to L, turning GONE into LONE.
Step 3
LONE → LOSE
Change the 3rd letter N to S, turning LONE into LOSE.
Step 4
LOSE → LOST
Change the 4th letter E to T, turning LOSE into LOST.
Step 5
LOST → LIST
Change the 2nd letter O to I, turning LOST into LIST.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 3, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GORE to LIST?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GORE to LIST takes exactly 5 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
GORE
GONE
LONE
LOSE
LOST
LIST