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Date: 2026-09-20
LAND → DEBT
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LAND to DEBT 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
LAND → SAND
Change the 1st letter L to S, turning LAND into SAND.
Step 2
SAND → SEND
Change the 2nd letter A to E, turning SAND into SEND.
Step 3
SEND → SENT
Change the 4th letter D to T, turning SEND into SENT.
Step 4
SENT → SEPT
Change the 3rd letter N to P, turning SENT into SEPT.
Step 5
SEPT → DEPT
Change the 1st letter S to D, turning SEPT into DEPT.
Step 6
DEPT → DEBT
Change the 3rd letter P to B, turning DEPT into DEBT.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 3, 1, 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 LAND to DEBT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LAND to DEBT 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
LAND
SAND
SEND
SENT
SEPT
DEPT
DEBT