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Date: 2026-01-08
DEAF → CURE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects DEAF to CURE in 7 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
DEAF → LEAF
Change the 1st letter D to L, turning DEAF into LEAF.
Step 2
LEAF → LEAD
Change the 4th letter F to D, turning LEAF into LEAD.
Step 3
LEAD → LOAD
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning LEAD into LOAD.
Step 4
LOAD → LORD
Change the 3rd letter A to R, turning LOAD into LORD.
Step 5
LORD → CORD
Change the 1st letter L to C, turning LORD into CORD.
Step 6
CORD → CORE
Change the 4th letter D to E, turning CORD into CORE.
Step 7
CORE → CURE
Change the 2nd letter O to U, turning CORE into CURE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 2, 3, 1, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from DEAF to CURE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from DEAF to CURE takes exactly 7 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
DEAF
LEAF
LEAD
LOAD
LORD
CORD
CORE
CURE