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Date: 2026-02-11
KILLS → COVER
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects KILLS to COVER in 8 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
KILLS → MILLS
Change the 1st letter K to M, turning KILLS into MILLS.
Step 2
MILLS → MILES
Change the 4th letter L to E, turning MILLS into MILES.
Step 3
MILES → MINES
Change the 3rd letter L to N, turning MILES into MINES.
Step 4
MINES → LINES
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MINES into LINES.
Step 5
LINES → LIVES
Change the 3rd letter N to V, turning LINES into LIVES.
Step 6
LIVES → LOVES
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning LIVES into LOVES.
Step 7
LOVES → LOVER
Change the 5th letter S to R, turning LOVES into LOVER.
Step 8
LOVER → COVER
Change the 1st letter L to C, turning LOVER into COVER.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 3, 1, 3, 2, 5, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 6.
Word stats: 9 words, 11 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from KILLS to COVER?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from KILLS to COVER takes exactly 8 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?
A: You can access our complete archive by clicking the "Puzzle Archive" link at the bottom of the page.
Word Definitions
KILLS
MILLS
MILES
MINES
LINES
LIVES
LOVES
LOVER
COVER