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Date: 2026-12-14
FIRE → HOLY
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FIRE to HOLY 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
FIRE → FARE
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning FIRE into FARE.
Step 2
FARE → CARE
Change the 1st letter F to C, turning FARE into CARE.
Step 3
CARE → CORE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning CARE into CORE.
Step 4
CORE → COLE
Change the 3rd letter R to L, turning CORE into COLE.
Step 5
COLE → HOLE
Change the 1st letter C to H, turning COLE into HOLE.
Step 6
HOLE → HOLY
Change the 4th letter E to Y, turning HOLE into HOLY.
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, 2, 3, 1, 4.
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 FIRE to HOLY?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FIRE to HOLY 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
FIRE
FARE
CARE
CORE
COLE
HOLE
HOLY