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Date: 2026-10-14
CORE → GUYS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects CORE to GUYS 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 → CARE
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning CORE into CARE.
Step 2
CARE → WARE
Change the 1st letter C to W, turning CARE into WARE.
Step 3
WARE → WARS
Change the 4th letter E to S, turning WARE into WARS.
Step 4
WARS → WAYS
Change the 3rd letter R to Y, turning WARS into WAYS.
Step 5
WAYS → GAYS
Change the 1st letter W to G, turning WAYS into GAYS.
Step 6
GAYS → GUYS
Change the 2nd letter A to U, turning GAYS into GUYS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 2 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 1, 4, 3, 1, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from CORE to GUYS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from CORE to GUYS 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
CARE
WARE
WARS
WAYS
GAYS
GUYS