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Date: 2026-02-22
BILLS → SAVED
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BILLS to SAVED 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
BILLS → MILLS
Change the 1st letter B to M, turning BILLS into MILLS.
Step 2
MILLS → MILES
Change the 4th letter L to E, turning MILLS into MILES.
Step 3
MILES → MALES
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning MILES into MALES.
Step 4
MALES → SALES
Change the 1st letter M to S, turning MALES into SALES.
Step 5
SALES → SAVES
Change the 3rd letter L to V, turning SALES into SAVES.
Step 6
SAVES → SAVED
Change the 5th letter S to D, turning SAVES into SAVED.
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, 2, 1, 3, 5.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BILLS to SAVED?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BILLS to SAVED 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
BILLS
MILLS
MILES
MALES
SALES
SAVES
SAVED