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Poople #150 Answer: HATS to POOP

January 11, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves

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About this puzzle

Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.

4 distinct shortest path(s) from HATS to POOP.

HATS connects to 19 other valid words.

The shortest routes split after move 1 and never agree again before POOP.

Easier than #149 (WENT, par 6) by 1 move(s). #149 WENT

Easier than #151 (APEX, par 7) by 2 move(s). #151 APEX

How the routes branch

Right after HATS, 3 different words keep the route just as short: BATS, CATS, HOTS. None of them rejoin the others before POOP.

This ladder was a real "boop" to solve, showcasing how a single letter can completely change the vibe.

Bridge words

HATS(noun)
A covering for the head, often with a brim, worn for fashion or protection.
BATS(noun)
Nocturnal flying mammals; also, equipment used in baseball.
BOTS(noun)
Automated software applications that perform tasks on the internet.
BOOS(noun)
Shouts of disapproval made by a crowd.
BOOP(noun)
A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.

First moves from HATS

HATS has 19 legal first moves. 3 of them stay on a shortest path to POOP.

Stays on the shortest path: 4 moves left to POOP.

BATSCATSHOTS

Costs one extra move: 6 moves total to POOP.

EATSFATSHAGSHAMSHAPSHAWSHITSHUTSLATSMATSOATSPATSRATSTATSVATS

Costs two extra moves: 7 moves total to POOP.

HATE

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FAQ

What is the Poople #150 answer?

The #150 start word is HATS. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: HATS -> BATS -> BOTS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP.

How many steps does Poople #150 take?

Poople #150 (HATS) has a par of 5. The shortest path from HATS to POOP takes 5 move(s).

How many different shortest solutions does Poople #150 have?

Poople #150 has 4 distinct shortest path(s) from HATS to POOP.

How hard is Poople #150?

Poople #150 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.