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Date: 2026-04-15
AIMS → POSE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects AIMS to POSE 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
AIMS → AIDS
Change the 3rd letter M to D, turning AIMS into AIDS.
Step 2
AIDS → KIDS
Change the 1st letter A to K, turning AIDS into KIDS.
Step 3
KIDS → KISS
Change the 3rd letter D to S, turning KIDS into KISS.
Step 4
KISS → MISS
Change the 1st letter K to M, turning KISS into MISS.
Step 5
MISS → MOSS
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning MISS into MOSS.
Step 6
MOSS → LOSS
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MOSS into LOSS.
Step 7
LOSS → LOSE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning LOSS into LOSE.
Step 8
LOSE → POSE
Change the 1st letter L to P, turning LOSE into POSE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 4, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (4).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 3, 1, 2, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 5.
Word stats: 9 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from AIMS to POSE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from AIMS to POSE 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
AIMS
AIDS
KIDS
KISS
MISS
MOSS
LOSS
LOSE
POSE