Poople #159 Answer: HAVE to POOP

January 20, 2026 · Medium · 6 moves

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About this puzzle

Par 6 of 11. Rated Medium.

20 or more distinct shortest paths from HAVE to POOP.

HAVE connects to 15 other valid words.

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

Harder than #158 (JAMS, par 5) by 1 move(s). #158 JAMS

Harder than #160 (ROSY, par 5) by 1 move(s). #160 ROSY

How the routes branch

Right after HAVE, 5 different words keep the route just as short: CAVE, HALE, HARE, PAVE, SAVE. None of them rejoin the others before POOP.(Based on the 20+ shortest routes we found; more may exist.)

This ladder from HAVE to POOP is a real head-scratcher. That journey through COVE and COME looks like a poetic detour to the finish.

Bridge words

HAVE(verb): possess, own, hold, or experience something
CAVE(noun): A natural underground hollow or series of chambers open to the surface.
COVE(noun): A small, sheltered inlet or bay on a coastline.
COME(verb): move or travel toward or into a place
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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FAQ

What is the Poople #159 answer?

The #159 start word is HAVE. One shortest path to POOP takes 6 moves: HAVE -> CAVE -> COVE -> COME -> POME -> POMP -> POOP.

How many steps does Poople #159 take?

Poople #159 (HAVE) has a par of 6. The shortest path from HAVE to POOP takes 6 move(s).

How many different shortest solutions does Poople #159 have?

Poople #159 has 20 or more distinct shortest paths from HAVE to POOP.

How hard is Poople #159?

Poople #159 is rated Medium with a par of 6 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.