Poople #296 Answer: REED to POOP
June 6, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
Full solution
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
3 distinct shortest path(s) from REED to POOP.
REED connects to 13 other valid words.
Easier than #295 (MOJO, par 6) by 1 move(s). #295 MOJO
Easier than #297 (RIPS, par 6) by 1 move(s). #297 RIPS
Poople #296: That's a pretty slippery slope from R to P! "Hoed" is a nice little pivot to get us there.
Bridge words
- REED(noun)
- A tall, slender-stemmed plant of the grass family, growing in wetlands.
- HEED(verb)
- pay attention to; take notice of
- HOED(verb)
- To break up, loosen, or weed soil with a hoe.
- HOOD(noun)
- a covering for the head and neck, often attached to a coat
- HOOP(noun)
- A circular band or ring of metal or wood.
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FAQ
What is the Poople #296 answer?
The #296 start word is REED. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: REED -> HEED -> HOED -> HOOD -> HOOP -> POOP.
How many steps does Poople #296 take?
Poople #296 (REED) has a par of 5. The shortest path from REED to POOP takes 5 move(s).
How many different shortest solutions does Poople #296 have?
Poople #296 has 3 distinct shortest path(s) from REED to POOP.
How hard is Poople #296?
Poople #296 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.