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Date: 2026-03-23
KISS → VOTE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects KISS to VOTE in 7 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
KISS → MISS
Change the 1st letter K to M, turning KISS into MISS.
Step 2
MISS → MOSS
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning MISS into MOSS.
Step 3
MOSS → LOSS
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MOSS into LOSS.
Step 4
LOSS → LOSE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning LOSS into LOSE.
Step 5
LOSE → NOSE
Change the 1st letter L to N, turning LOSE into NOSE.
Step 6
NOSE → NOTE
Change the 3rd letter S to T, turning NOSE into NOTE.
Step 7
NOTE → VOTE
Change the 1st letter N to V, turning NOTE into VOTE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 4, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (4).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 1, 4, 1, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 5.
Word stats: 8 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from KISS to VOTE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from KISS to VOTE takes exactly 7 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
KISS
MISS
MOSS
LOSS
LOSE
NOSE
NOTE
VOTE