Poople

Poople #256 Answer: RINK to POOP

April 27, 2026 · Medium · 6 moves

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About this puzzle

Par 6 of 11. Rated Medium.

19 distinct shortest path(s) from RINK to POOP.

RINK connects to 14 other valid words.

Harder than #255 (CRIB, par 5) by 1 move(s). #255 CRIB

Harder than #257 (WALK, par 5) by 1 move(s). #257 WALK

This ladder from RINK to POOP is a real tongue twister, transitioning through LICK and LOCK. It's a short and sweet path.

Bridge words

RINK(noun)
A specially prepared area of ice or a floor for skating or other sports.
LINK(noun)
a connection between two things or a ring of a chain
LICK(verb)
pass the tongue over something, typically to taste, moisten, or clean it
LOCK(noun)
a mechanism for keeping a door, lid, or container fastened
LOOK(verb)
to direct one's gaze in a particular direction; to see or observe
LOOP(noun)
A shape like a curve that crosses itself, or a repeated computer process.

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FAQ

What is the Poople #256 answer?

The #256 start word is RINK. One shortest path to POOP takes 6 moves: RINK -> LINK -> LICK -> LOCK -> LOOK -> LOOP -> POOP.

How many steps does Poople #256 take?

Poople #256 (RINK) has a par of 6. The shortest path from RINK to POOP takes 6 move(s).

How many different shortest solutions does Poople #256 have?

Poople #256 has 19 distinct shortest path(s) from RINK to POOP.

How hard is Poople #256?

Poople #256 is rated Medium with a par of 6 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.