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Date: 2026-03-13
LOCKS → FORMS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LOCKS to FORMS in 7 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
LOCKS → ROCKS
Change the 1st letter L to R, turning LOCKS into ROCKS.
Step 2
ROCKS → RACKS
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning ROCKS into RACKS.
Step 3
RACKS → RACES
Change the 4th letter K to E, turning RACKS into RACES.
Step 4
RACES → FACES
Change the 1st letter R to F, turning RACES into FACES.
Step 5
FACES → FARES
Change the 3rd letter C to R, turning FACES into FARES.
Step 6
FARES → FARMS
Change the 4th letter E to M, turning FARES into FARMS.
Step 7
FARMS → FORMS
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning FARMS into FORMS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 1, 3, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 8 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 2 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from LOCKS to FORMS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LOCKS to FORMS takes exactly 7 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
LOCKS
ROCKS
RACKS
RACES
FACES
FARES
FARMS
FORMS