Poople #196 Answer: WEST to POOP
February 26, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
2 distinct shortest path(s) from WEST to POOP.
WEST connects to 16 other valid words.
The shortest routes split after move 1 and never agree again before POOP.
Easier than #197 (OWNS, par 9) by 4 move(s). #197 OWNS
How the routes branch
Right after WEST, 2 different words keep the route just as short: HEST, LEST. None of them rejoin the others before POOP.
This ladder to Poop takes a quick turn from WEST to HEST, then smoothly sails to the finish. A satisfyingly straight path!
Bridge words
- WEST(noun)
- The direction toward the point where the sun sets.
- HEST(noun)
- A command or order given by a person in authority.
- HOST(noun)
- A person who receives or entertains guests.
- HOOT(noun)
- a loud cry or shout, often expressing amusement or disapproval
- HOOP(noun)
- A circular band or ring of metal or wood.
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What is the Poople #196 answer?
The #196 start word is WEST. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: WEST -> HEST -> HOST -> HOOT -> HOOP -> POOP.
How many steps does Poople #196 take?
Poople #196 (WEST) has a par of 5. The shortest path from WEST to POOP takes 5 move(s).
How many different shortest solutions does Poople #196 have?
Poople #196 has 2 distinct shortest path(s) from WEST to POOP.
How hard is Poople #196?
Poople #196 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.