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Date: 2026-09-25
WAKE → DOSE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WAKE to DOSE in 4 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
WAKE → JAKE
Change the 1st letter W to J, turning WAKE into JAKE.
Step 2
JAKE → JOKE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning JAKE into JOKE.
Step 3
JOKE → JOSE
Change the 3rd letter K to S, turning JOKE into JOSE.
Step 4
JOSE → DOSE
Change the 1st letter J to D, turning JOSE into DOSE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 5 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WAKE to DOSE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WAKE to DOSE takes exactly 4 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
WAKE
JAKE
JOKE
JOSE
DOSE