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Date: 2026-04-10
LESS → TOLD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LESS to TOLD 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
LESS → LOSS
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning LESS into LOSS.
Step 2
LOSS → LOSE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning LOSS into LOSE.
Step 3
LOSE → HOSE
Change the 1st letter L to H, turning LOSE into HOSE.
Step 4
HOSE → HOLE
Change the 3rd letter S to L, turning HOSE into HOLE.
Step 5
HOLE → HOLD
Change the 4th letter E to D, turning HOLE into HOLD.
Step 6
HOLD → TOLD
Change the 1st letter H to T, turning HOLD into TOLD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 4, 1, 3, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from LESS to TOLD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LESS to TOLD 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
LESS
LOSS
LOSE
HOSE
HOLE
HOLD
TOLD