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Date: 2026-07-12
FULL → KIRK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FULL to KIRK 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
FULL → FILL
Change the 2nd letter U to I, turning FULL into FILL.
Step 2
FILL → MILL
Change the 1st letter F to M, turning FILL into MILL.
Step 3
MILL → MILK
Change the 4th letter L to K, turning MILL into MILK.
Step 4
MILK → SILK
Change the 1st letter M to S, turning MILK into SILK.
Step 5
SILK → SICK
Change the 3rd letter L to C, turning SILK into SICK.
Step 6
SICK → KICK
Change the 1st letter S to K, turning SICK into KICK.
Step 7
KICK → KIRK
Change the 3rd letter C to R, turning KICK into KIRK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 2, 1, 4, 1, 3, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 6.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FULL to KIRK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FULL to KIRK 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
FULL
FILL
MILL
MILK
SILK
SICK
KICK
KIRK