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Date: 2026-01-28
MORE → DIAL
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MORE to DIAL in 8 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
MORE → CORE
Change the 1st letter M to C, turning MORE into CORE.
Step 2
CORE → CARE
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning CORE into CARE.
Step 3
CARE → CARL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning CARE into CARL.
Step 4
CARL → CALL
Change the 3rd letter R to L, turning CARL into CALL.
Step 5
CALL → CELL
Change the 2nd letter A to E, turning CALL into CELL.
Step 6
CELL → DELL
Change the 1st letter C to D, turning CELL into DELL.
Step 7
DELL → DEAL
Change the 3rd letter L to A, turning DELL into DEAL.
Step 8
DEAL → DIAL
Change the 2nd letter E to I, turning DEAL into DIAL.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 3, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 2 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 3, 2, 1, 3, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 3, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 9 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from MORE to DIAL?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MORE to DIAL takes exactly 8 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
MORE
CORE
CARE
CARL
CALL
CELL
DELL
DEAL
DIAL