Poople #129 Answer: RIBS to POOP
December 21, 2025 · Easy · 5 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
3 distinct shortest path(s) from RIBS to POOP.
RIBS connects to 12 other valid words.
The shortest routes split after move 1 and never agree again before POOP.
Easier than #128 (RIFE, par 6) by 1 move(s). #128 RIFE
Easier than #130 (ARIA, par 7) by 2 move(s). #130 ARIA
How the routes branch
Right after RIBS, 2 different words keep the route just as short: BIBS, ROBS. None of them rejoin the others before POOP.
Today's puzzle, RIBS to POOP, offers a fun twist! Every shortest path goes through BOBS, but you can get there from RIBS via BIBS or ROBS.
Bridge words
- RIBS(noun)
- A series of curved bones that protect the organs in the chest.
- BIBS(noun)
- pieces of cloth or plastic worn by babies to protect their clothes while eating
- BOBS(verb)
- A short, jerky movement up and down.
- BOOS(noun)
- Shouts of disapproval made by a crowd.
- BOOP(noun)
- A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.
First moves from RIBS
RIBS has 12 legal first moves. 2 of them stay on a shortest path to POOP.
Stays on the shortest path: 4 moves left to POOP.
Costs one extra move: 6 moves total to POOP.
Costs two extra moves: 7 moves total to POOP.
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What is the Poople #129 answer?
The #129 start word is RIBS. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: RIBS -> BIBS -> BOBS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP.
Are there many ways to solve RIBS to POOP in the par of 5 moves?
Yes, there are 3 shortest solutions for today’s puzzle. You can start with either BIBS or ROBS from RIBS to stay on track for a 5-move solution.
What is the longest first move I could make from RIBS?
The longest first move from RIBS is RIPS, which costs two extra moves to reach POOP. Most other first moves like DIBS or FIBS only cost one extra move.
Do all the shortest paths from RIBS share any common words?
Yes, all shortest paths from RIBS eventually converge. After the first move from RIBS to either BIBS or ROBS, all solutions pass through BOBS, then BOOS, then BOOP before reaching POOP.
How many different first moves are available from RIBS?
RIBS has 12 valid neighbors, offering many choices for your first move. Only BIBS and ROBS lead to a par solution of 5 moves.