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Date: 2026-09-19
BLOOD → BLANK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BLOOD to BLANK in 4 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
BLOOD → BLOND
Change the 4th letter O to N, turning BLOOD into BLOND.
Step 2
BLOND → BLIND
Change the 3rd letter O to I, turning BLOND into BLIND.
Step 3
BLIND → BLINK
Change the 5th letter D to K, turning BLIND into BLINK.
Step 4
BLINK → BLANK
Change the 3rd letter I to A, turning BLINK into BLANK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 3, 5, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 1.
Word stats: 5 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 2 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BLOOD to BLANK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BLOOD to BLANK takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-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
BLOOD
BLOND
BLIND
BLINK
BLANK