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Date: 2026-09-08
LAST → MILD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LAST to MILD in 6 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
LAST → LIST
Change the 2nd letter A to I, turning LAST into LIST.
Step 2
LIST → HIST
Change the 1st letter L to H, turning LIST into HIST.
Step 3
HIST → HINT
Change the 3rd letter S to N, turning HIST into HINT.
Step 4
HINT → MINT
Change the 1st letter H to M, turning HINT into MINT.
Step 5
MINT → MIND
Change the 4th letter T to D, turning MINT into MIND.
Step 6
MIND → MILD
Change the 3rd letter N to L, turning MIND into MILD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 1, 3, 1, 4, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from LAST to MILD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LAST to MILD 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.
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
LAST
LIST
HIST
HINT
MINT
MIND
MILD