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Date: 2026-09-30
FEED → CTRL
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FEED to CTRL 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
FEED → FEEL
Change the 4th letter D to L, turning FEED into FEEL.
Step 2
FEEL → FELL
Change the 3rd letter E to L, turning FEEL into FELL.
Step 3
FELL → CELL
Change the 1st letter F to C, turning FELL into CELL.
Step 4
CELL → CALL
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning CELL into CALL.
Step 5
CALL → CARL
Change the 3rd letter L to R, turning CALL into CARL.
Step 6
CARL → CTRL
Change the 2nd letter A to T, turning CARL into CTRL.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 2, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 3, 1, 2, 3, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 2, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FEED to CTRL?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FEED to CTRL 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
FEED
FEEL
FELL
CELL
CALL
CARL
CTRL