Poople #417 — October 5, 2026 (PAIR)
Start word PAIR · Par 5 · Easy
Three hints, one at a time
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The shortest route takes 5 steps.
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Start by changing letter 4, counting from the left.
Show the first bridge word
PAIL
Full path
- Start Starting word
- 01 Letter 4: R → L
- 02 Letter 3: I → L
- 03 Letter 2: A → O
- 04 Letter 3: L → O
- 05 Letter 4: L → P
5 steps
Breadth-first search checks all shorter distances before reaching POOP. A separate search verifies the minimum using the same accepted vocabulary. Every move changes one letter; other shortest routes may exist.
Bridge words
- PAIL
- A bucket with a handle.
- PALL
- A heavy cloth placed over a coffin.
- POLL
- A survey asking people for their opinions.
- POOL
- A small body of still water.