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Date: 2026-03-31
MOVE → SILK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MOVE to SILK in 6 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
MOVE → LOVE
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MOVE into LOVE.
Step 2
LOVE → LIVE
Change the 2nd letter O to I, turning LOVE into LIVE.
Step 3
LIVE → LINE
Change the 3rd letter V to N, turning LIVE into LINE.
Step 4
LINE → LINK
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning LINE into LINK.
Step 5
LINK → SINK
Change the 1st letter L to S, turning LINK into SINK.
Step 6
SINK → SILK
Change the 3rd letter N to L, turning SINK into SILK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from MOVE to SILK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MOVE to SILK takes exactly 6 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
MOVE
LOVE
LIVE
LINE
LINK
SINK
SILK