Poople #266 Answer: MUSK to POOP
May 7, 2026 · Medium · 6 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 6 of 11. Rated Medium.
20 or more distinct shortest paths from MUSK to POOP.
MUSK connects to 11 other valid words.
Harder than #265 (DULY, par 5) by 1 move(s). #265 DULY
From "musk" to "poop," this ladder takes a delightful detour through the surprising "bock." It's a neat descent from a scent to a sound.
Bridge words
- MUSK(noun)
- A pungent, aromatic substance secreted by an animal or produced synthetically.
- BUSK(verb)
- perform music or other entertainment in a public place for donations
- BUCK(noun)
- A male deer, or a sudden jump made by a horse.
- BOCK(noun)
- A strong dark German lager traditionally brewed for spring.
- BOOK(noun)
- A set of printed pages bound together for reading.
- BOOP(noun)
- A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.
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FAQ
What is the Poople #266 answer?
The #266 start word is MUSK. One shortest path to POOP takes 6 moves: MUSK -> BUSK -> BUCK -> BOCK -> BOOK -> BOOP -> POOP.
How many steps does Poople #266 take?
Poople #266 (MUSK) has a par of 6. The shortest path from MUSK to POOP takes 6 move(s).
How many different shortest solutions does Poople #266 have?
Poople #266 has 20 or more distinct shortest paths from MUSK to POOP.
How hard is Poople #266?
Poople #266 is rated Medium with a par of 6 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.