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Date: 2025-11-11
MILES → TANKS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MILES to TANKS in 4 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
MILES → TILES
Change the 1st letter M to T, turning MILES into TILES.
Step 2
TILES → TALES
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning TILES into TALES.
Step 3
TALES → TALKS
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning TALES into TALKS.
Step 4
TALKS → TANKS
Change the 3rd letter L to N, turning TALKS into TANKS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 2, 3, 4 (1).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 2.
Word stats: 5 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from MILES to TANKS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MILES to TANKS takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-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
MILES
TILES
TALES
TALKS
TANKS