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Date: 2026-12-16
WINE → CONS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WINE to CONS in 5 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
WINE → LINE
Change the 1st letter W to L, turning WINE into LINE.
Step 2
LINE → LONE
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning LINE into LONE.
Step 3
LONE → TONE
Change the 1st letter L to T, turning LONE into TONE.
Step 4
TONE → TONS
Change the 4th letter E to S, turning TONE into TONS.
Step 5
TONS → CONS
Change the 1st letter T to C, turning TONS into CONS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WINE to CONS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WINE to CONS takes exactly 5 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
WINE
LINE
LONE
TONE
TONS
CONS