Poople #221 Answer: WERE to POOP

March 23, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves

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Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.

1 distinct shortest path(s) from WERE to POOP.

WERE connects to 6 other valid words.

This puzzle has exactly one shortest route: every move is forced, with no equally short alternative at any step.

Easier than #220 (LAND, par 6) by 1 move(s). #220 LAND

Easier than #222 (TIER, par 6) by 1 move(s). #222 TIER

Every word in this ladder is forced. Swap any single word for another valid neighbour and the route gets longer.

Well, that escalated quickly! From "were" to "poop" in just five steps, this ladder took a wild turn at "pomp."

WERE(verb): Second person singular past, and plural past of the verb 'be'.
WORE(verb): Past tense of wear, meaning to have on the body.
PORE(noun): a minute opening in a surface, especially one through which liquid may pass
POME(noun): A fleshy fruit with a core, such as an apple or pear.
POMP(noun): Grand and showy ceremonial display.

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The #221 start word is WERE. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: WERE -> WORE -> PORE -> POME -> POMP -> POOP.

Poople #221 (WERE) has a par of 5. The shortest path from WERE to POOP takes 5 move(s).

Poople #221 has 1 distinct shortest path(s) from WERE to POOP.

Poople #221 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.