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Date: 2026-01-01
STORES → SHARES
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects STORES to SHARES in 5 steps. This 6-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
STORES → SCORES
Change the 2nd letter T to C, turning STORES into SCORES.
Step 2
SCORES → SCORED
Change the 6th letter S to D, turning SCORES into SCORED.
Step 3
SCORED → SCARED
Change the 3rd letter O to A, turning SCORED into SCARED.
Step 4
SCARED → SHARED
Change the 2nd letter C to H, turning SCARED into SHARED.
Step 5
SHARED → SHARES
Change the 6th letter D to S, turning SHARED into SHARES.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 6: 2. Most-changed position: 2, 6 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 6, 3, 2, 6.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 6 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 4 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from STORES to SHARES?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from STORES to SHARES takes exactly 5 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 6-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
STORES
SCORES
SCORED
SCARED
SHARED
SHARES