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Date: 2025-12-04
PROVE → CRACK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects PROVE to CRACK in 6 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
PROVE → GROVE
Change the 1st letter P to G, turning PROVE into GROVE.
Step 2
GROVE → GRAVE
Change the 3rd letter O to A, turning GROVE into GRAVE.
Step 3
GRAVE → GRACE
Change the 4th letter V to C, turning GRAVE into GRACE.
Step 4
GRACE → TRACE
Change the 1st letter G to T, turning GRACE into TRACE.
Step 5
TRACE → TRACK
Change the 5th letter E to K, turning TRACE into TRACK.
Step 6
TRACK → CRACK
Change the 1st letter T to C, turning TRACK into CRACK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 1, 5, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from PROVE to CRACK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PROVE to CRACK takes exactly 6 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
PROVE
GROVE
GRAVE
GRACE
TRACE
TRACK
CRACK