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Date: 2026-01-26
PACKS → FIRED
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects PACKS to FIRED 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
PACKS → RACKS
Change the 1st letter P to R, turning PACKS into RACKS.
Step 2
RACKS → RACES
Change the 4th letter K to E, turning RACKS into RACES.
Step 3
RACES → FACES
Change the 1st letter R to F, turning RACES into FACES.
Step 4
FACES → FARES
Change the 3rd letter C to R, turning FACES into FARES.
Step 5
FARES → FIRES
Change the 2nd letter A to I, turning FARES into FIRES.
Step 6
FIRES → FIRED
Change the 5th letter S to D, turning FIRES into FIRED.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 1, 3, 2, 5.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from PACKS to FIRED?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PACKS to FIRED 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?
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Word Definitions
PACKS
RACKS
RACES
FACES
FARES
FIRES
FIRED