Poople #200 Answer: DUKE to POOP

March 2, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves

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Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.

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

DUKE connects to 7 other valid words.

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

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

This puzzle is going for a ride! From Duke to Poop, it’s a short trip from royalty to something a bit less regal.

DUKE(noun): A male ruler of a small independent state; a nobleman of the highest rank.
PUKE(verb): To vomit or regurgitate food from the stomach.
POKE(verb): to prod or push something with a finger or pointed object
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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The #200 start word is DUKE. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: DUKE -> PUKE -> POKE -> POME -> POMP -> POOP.

Poople #200 (DUKE) has a par of 5. The shortest path from DUKE to POOP takes 5 move(s).

Poople #200 has 1 distinct shortest path(s) from DUKE to POOP.

Poople #200 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.