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Date: 2026-06-15
JACK → GORE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects JACK to GORE 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
JACK → LACK
Change the 1st letter J to L, turning JACK into LACK.
Step 2
LACK → LACE
Change the 4th letter K to E, turning LACK into LACE.
Step 3
LACE → LANE
Change the 3rd letter C to N, turning LACE into LANE.
Step 4
LANE → LONE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning LANE into LONE.
Step 5
LONE → GONE
Change the 1st letter L to G, turning LONE into GONE.
Step 6
GONE → GORE
Change the 3rd letter N to R, turning GONE into GORE.
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, 4, 3, 2, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from JACK to GORE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from JACK to GORE 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
JACK
LACK
LACE
LANE
LONE
GONE
GORE