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Date: 2026-09-04
CORE → DOOR
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects CORE to DOOR 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
CORE → COLE
Change the 3rd letter R to L, turning CORE into COLE.
Step 2
COLE → POLE
Change the 1st letter C to P, turning COLE into POLE.
Step 3
POLE → POLL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning POLE into POLL.
Step 4
POLL → POOL
Change the 3rd letter L to O, turning POLL into POOL.
Step 5
POOL → POOR
Change the 4th letter L to R, turning POOL into POOR.
Step 6
POOR → DOOR
Change the 1st letter P to D, turning POOR into DOOR.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 4, 3, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from CORE to DOOR?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from CORE to DOOR 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
CORE
COLE
POLE
POLL
POOL
POOR
DOOR