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Date: 2026-06-26
WAGE → REID
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WAGE to REID in 7 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
WAGE → RAGE
Change the 1st letter W to R, turning WAGE into RAGE.
Step 2
RAGE → RACE
Change the 3rd letter G to C, turning RAGE into RACE.
Step 3
RACE → RACK
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning RACE into RACK.
Step 4
RACK → RANK
Change the 3rd letter C to N, turning RACK into RANK.
Step 5
RANK → RAND
Change the 4th letter K to D, turning RANK into RAND.
Step 6
RAND → RAID
Change the 3rd letter N to I, turning RAND into RAID.
Step 7
RAID → REID
Change the 2nd letter A to E, turning RAID into REID.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 3, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 3 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 3, 4, 3, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WAGE to REID?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WAGE to REID takes exactly 7 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
WAGE
RAGE
RACE
RACK
RANK
RAND
RAID
REID