Poople #421 — October 9, 2026 (CARB)
Start word CARB · Par 5 · Easy
Three hints, one at a time
Show the par
The shortest route takes 5 steps.
Show a positional tip
Start by changing letter 4, counting from the left.
Show the first bridge word
CARP
Full path
- Start Starting word
- 01 Letter 4: B → P
- 02 Letter 3: R → M
- 03 Letter 2: A → O
- 04 Letter 3: M → O
- 05 Letter 1: C → 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
- CARP
- A freshwater fish often raised for food.
- CAMP
- A place with tents or simple shelters for temporary accommodation.
- COMP
- A ticket provided free of charge.
- COOP
- An enclosure used to keep birds or small animals.