Poople #170 Answer: SAVE to POOP

January 31, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves

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Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.

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

SAVE connects to 17 other valid words.

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

Easier than #169 (QUAD, par 8) by 3 move(s). #169 QUAD

Easier than #171 (WAIT, par 6) by 1 move(s). #171 WAIT

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

This ladder from SAVE to POOP is a real head-scratcher! The word POME really stands out as a clever, fruity pivot.

SAME(adjective): identical; not different; resembling in every way
SOME(determiner): an unspecified amount or number of; a certain indefinite quantity
POME(noun): A fleshy fruit with a core, such as an apple or pear.
POMP(noun): Grand and showy ceremonial display.

Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.

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The #170 start word is SAVE. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: SAVE -> SAME -> SOME -> POME -> POMP -> POOP.

Poople #170 (SAVE) has a par of 5. The shortest path from SAVE to POOP takes 5 move(s).

Poople #170 has 1 distinct shortest path(s) from SAVE to POOP.

Poople #170 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.