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Date: 2026-11-01
BALL → KICK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BALL to KICK 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
BALL → MALL
Change the 1st letter B to M, turning BALL into MALL.
Step 2
MALL → MILL
Change the 2nd letter A to I, turning MALL 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.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 1, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BALL to KICK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BALL to KICK 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
BALL
MALL
MILL
MILK
SILK
SICK
KICK