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Date: 2026-06-18
WINS → CORN
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WINS to CORN 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
WINS → WINE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning WINS into WINE.
Step 2
WINE → WIRE
Change the 3rd letter N to R, turning WINE into WIRE.
Step 3
WIRE → WARE
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning WIRE into WARE.
Step 4
WARE → CARE
Change the 1st letter W to C, turning WARE into CARE.
Step 5
CARE → CORE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning CARE into CORE.
Step 6
CORE → CORN
Change the 4th letter E to N, turning CORE into CORN.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 3, 2, 1, 2, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 2.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WINS to CORN?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WINS to CORN 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
WINS
WINE
WIRE
WARE
CARE
CORE
CORN