Poople #172 Answer: PINS to POOP
February 2, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
1 distinct shortest path(s) from PINS to POOP.
PINS connects to 22 other valid words.
This puzzle has exactly one shortest route: every move is forced, with no equally short alternative at any step.
Easier than #171 (WAIT, par 6) by 1 move(s). #171 WAIT
Easier than #173 (WRIT, par 6) by 1 move(s). #173 WRIT
How the routes branch
Every word in this ladder is forced. Swap any single word for another valid neighbour and the route gets longer.
This "pins to poop" ladder is a sneaky one, featuring a clever "coos" pivot. What a way to go!
Bridge words
- PONS(noun)
- A part of the brainstem that links the medulla oblongata and the thalamus.
- CONS(noun)
- arguments or considerations against something; disadvantages
- COOS(verb)
- makes a soft murmuring sound like a dove
- COOP(noun)
- A cage or enclosure for confining chickens or other small animals.
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What is the Poople #172 answer?
The #172 start word is PINS. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: PINS -> PONS -> CONS -> COOS -> COOP -> POOP.
How many steps does Poople #172 take?
Poople #172 (PINS) has a par of 5. The shortest path from PINS to POOP takes 5 move(s).
How many different shortest solutions does Poople #172 have?
Poople #172 has 1 distinct shortest path(s) from PINS to POOP.
How hard is Poople #172?
Poople #172 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.