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Date: 2026-03-05
DRUG → SHOW
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects DRUG to SHOW 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
DRUG → DRAG
Change the 3rd letter U to A, turning DRUG into DRAG.
Step 2
DRAG → DRAW
Change the 4th letter G to W, turning DRAG into DRAW.
Step 3
DRAW → DREW
Change the 3rd letter A to E, turning DRAW into DREW.
Step 4
DREW → GREW
Change the 1st letter D to G, turning DREW into GREW.
Step 5
GREW → GROW
Change the 3rd letter E to O, turning GREW into GROW.
Step 6
GROW → GLOW
Change the 2nd letter R to L, turning GROW into GLOW.
Step 7
GLOW → SLOW
Change the 1st letter G to S, turning GLOW into SLOW.
Step 8
SLOW → SHOW
Change the 2nd letter L to H, turning SLOW into SHOW.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 3, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (3).
Change sequence: 3, 4, 3, 1, 3, 2, 1, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 3, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 9 words, 11 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from DRUG to SHOW?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from DRUG to SHOW 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
DRUG
DRAG
DRAW
DREW
GREW
GROW
GLOW
SLOW
SHOW