Poople #122 Answer: ODDS to POOP
December 14, 2025 · Medium · 7 moves
Full solution
Reveal one hint at a time to keep the challenge, or jump straight to the full shortest path from ODDS to POOP.
About this puzzle
Par 7 of 11. Rated Medium.
1 distinct shortest path(s) from ODDS to POOP.
ODDS connects to 2 other valid words.
This puzzle has exactly one shortest route: every move is forced, with no equally short alternative at any step.
Harder than #121 (LENT, par 5) by 2 move(s). #121 LENT
Harder than #123 (DUES, par 5) by 2 move(s). #123 DUES
How the routes branch
Every word in this ladder is forced. Swap any single word for another valid neighbour and the route gets longer.
Today's puzzle has only one path to POOP, taking you from ODDS to ADDS to BIDS. You'll need to make every move count!
Bridge words
- ODDS(noun)
- the likelihood of something happening; the chances for or against something
- ADDS(verb)
- joins or unites something to something else; increases in number or amount
- AIDS(noun)
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a disease that severely weakens the immune system
- BIDS(verb)
- offers to pay a specific price for something, especially at an auction
- BODS(noun)
- people or individuals, often used informally or humorously
- BOOS(noun)
- Shouts of disapproval made by a crowd.
- BOOP(noun)
- A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.
First moves from ODDS
ODDS has 2 legal first moves. Only one of them stays on a shortest path to POOP.
Stays on the shortest path: 6 moves left to POOP.
Costs two extra moves: 9 moves total to POOP.
Stuck on a different word?
Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.
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Play todayFAQ
What is the Poople #122 answer?
The #122 start word is ODDS. One shortest path to POOP takes 7 moves: ODDS -> ADDS -> AIDS -> BIDS -> BODS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP.
Is there really only one way to solve today's puzzle from ODDS?
Yes, there is only one shortest route from ODDS to POOP. This path is ODDS -> ADDS -> AIDS -> BIDS -> BODS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP. Any other first move will lead to a longer solution.
What is the best first move from ODDS?
The best first move from ODDS is ADDS. This move keeps you on the shortest path to POOP, allowing you to reach the target word in 6 more steps. The only other option, ODES, adds two extra moves to your journey.
How many words can I change ODDS into?
ODDS can only be changed into two other four-letter words. These are ADDS, which is part of the shortest solution, and ODES, which leads to a longer path.