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Date: 2025-11-22
CHICK → CRACK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects CHICK to CRACK 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
CHICK → THICK
Change the 1st letter C to T, turning CHICK into THICK.
Step 2
THICK → TRICK
Change the 2nd letter H to R, turning THICK into TRICK.
Step 3
TRICK → TRACK
Change the 3rd letter I to A, turning TRICK into TRACK.
Step 4
TRACK → CRACK
Change the 1st letter T to C, turning TRACK into CRACK.
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, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 3 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from CHICK to CRACK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from CHICK to CRACK 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
CHICK
THICK
TRICK
TRACK
CRACK