Poople #249 Answer: FLUX to POOP
April 20, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
3 distinct shortest path(s) from FLUX to POOP.
FLUX connects to 5 other valid words.
The shortest routes split after move 1 and rejoin 3 move(s) later, at move 4.
Easier than #248 (PACT, par 6) by 1 move(s). #248 PACT
Easier than #250 (RIND, par 6) by 1 move(s). #250 RIND
How the routes branch
Right after FLUX, 2 different words keep the route just as short: FLAX, FLUE. Whichever one you pick, the routes lead back together at PLOP on move 4.
This path from FLUX to POOP takes a surprising turn through the very similar "PLAP" and "PLOP." That's a fun one.
Bridge words
- FLUX(noun)
- continuous change or movement
- FLAX(noun)
- a plant with blue flowers, grown for its fiber and seeds
- FLAP(noun)
- A piece of something thin, broad, and flexible, attached on one side.
- PLAP
- There is no widely recognized definition for 'plap' in standard English dictionaries.
- PLOP(verb)
- To fall with a soft sound, like an object dropping into water.
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What is the Poople #249 answer?
The #249 start word is FLUX. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: FLUX -> FLAX -> FLAP -> PLAP -> PLOP -> POOP.
How many steps does Poople #249 take?
Poople #249 (FLUX) has a par of 5. The shortest path from FLUX to POOP takes 5 move(s).
How many different shortest solutions does Poople #249 have?
Poople #249 has 3 distinct shortest path(s) from FLUX to POOP.
How hard is Poople #249?
Poople #249 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.