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Date: 2026-11-26
FORD → SEEM
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FORD to SEEM in 7 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
FORD → LORD
Change the 1st letter F to L, turning FORD into LORD.
Step 2
LORD → LOAD
Change the 3rd letter R to A, turning LORD into LOAD.
Step 3
LOAD → ROAD
Change the 1st letter L to R, turning LOAD into ROAD.
Step 4
ROAD → READ
Change the 2nd letter O to E, turning ROAD into READ.
Step 5
READ → REED
Change the 3rd letter A to E, turning READ into REED.
Step 6
REED → SEED
Change the 1st letter R to S, turning REED into SEED.
Step 7
SEED → SEEM
Change the 4th letter D to M, turning SEED into SEEM.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 1, 2, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FORD to SEEM?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FORD to SEEM takes exactly 7 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
FORD
LORD
LOAD
ROAD
READ
REED
SEED
SEEM