Poople #305 Answer: CALM to POOP
June 15, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
Full solution
The shortest path from CALM to POOP takes 5 moves.
Shortest path
- Step 1CALMPALM1st letter, C to P
- Step 2PALMPALL4th letter, M to L
- Step 3PALLPOLL2nd letter, A to O
- Step 4POLLPOOL3rd letter, L to O
- Step 5POOLPOOP4th letter, L to P
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
2 distinct shortest path(s) from CALM to POOP.
CALM connects to 4 other valid words.
The shortest routes split after move 1 and rejoin 1 move(s) later, at move 2.
Easier than #306 (ARTS, par 8) by 3 move(s). #306 ARTS
How the routes branch
Right after CALM, 2 different words keep the route just as short: CALL, PALM. Whichever one you pick, the routes lead back together at PALL on move 2.
From calm to poop, this ladder takes a surprisingly serene journey. The bridge from PALL to POLL is a real head-scratcher!
Bridge words
- CALM(adjective)
- not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions
- PALM(noun)
- The inner surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers.
- PALL(noun)
- A cloth spread over a coffin, hearse, or tomb.
- POLL(noun)
- A survey of public opinion, or the casting of votes in an election.
- POOL(noun)
- A small body of standing water, or a game played with cues and balls.
First moves from CALM
CALM has 4 legal first moves. 2 of them stay on a shortest path to POOP.
Stays on the shortest path: 4 moves left to POOP.
Costs one extra move: 6 moves total to POOP.
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What is the Poople #305 answer?
The #305 start word is CALM. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: CALM -> PALM -> PALL -> POLL -> POOL -> POOP.
What are the shortest solutions for CALM to POOP?
There are two shortest solutions, each taking 5 moves. One path is CALM to CALL, then PALL, POLL, POOL, and finally POOP. The other shortest path goes from CALM to PALM, then PALL, POLL, POOL, and POOP.
Are there any first moves from CALM that don't lead to a shortest solution?
Yes, two first moves from CALM will cost you an extra turn. Moving to BALM or CALF will result in a solution that is longer than the 5-move par.
Do all solutions from CALM eventually merge into a single path?
Yes, all solutions from CALM ultimately converge. After the initial split into CALL or PALM, both paths meet at PALL before continuing on to POOP.
What is the meaning of the word PALL in this puzzle?
PALL refers to a cloth spread over a coffin, hearse, or tomb. This word is a crucial step in all shortest solutions from CALM to POOP.