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Date: 2025-12-21
READ → FLAG
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects READ to FLAG 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
READ → HEAD
Change the 1st letter R to H, turning READ into HEAD.
Step 2
HEAD → HEAT
Change the 4th letter D to T, turning HEAD into HEAT.
Step 3
HEAT → FEAT
Change the 1st letter H to F, turning HEAT into FEAT.
Step 4
FEAT → FLAT
Change the 2nd letter E to L, turning FEAT into FLAT.
Step 5
FLAT → FLAG
Change the 4th letter T to G, turning FLAT into FLAG.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 1, 2, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 6 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from READ to FLAG?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from READ to FLAG 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
READ
HEAD
HEAT
FEAT
FLAT
FLAG