Poople #370 Answer: SUES to POOP
August 19, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
1 distinct shortest path(s) from SUES to POOP.
SUES connects to 14 other valid words.
This puzzle has exactly one shortest route: every move is forced, with no equally short alternative at any step.
Easier than #371 (MICE, par 6) by 1 move(s). #371 MICE
How the routes branch
Every word in this ladder is forced. Swap any single word for another valid neighbour and the route gets longer.
This "sues to poop" ladder showcases a delightful pivot at "sump." It's like the words decided to take a quick detour through a plumbing supply store!
Bridge words
- SUES(verb)
- initiates legal proceedings against another party
- SUMS(noun)
- quantities obtained by adding numbers; total amounts
- SUMP(noun)
- A pit or hollow in which liquid collects, for example in a mine.
- PUMP(noun)
- A mechanical device using suction or pressure to raise or move liquids, gases, or solids.
- POMP(noun)
- Grand and showy ceremonial display.
First moves from SUES
SUES has 14 legal first moves. Only one of them stays 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.
Costs two extra moves: 7 moves total to POOP.
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Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.
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What is the Poople #370 answer?
The #370 start word is SUES. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: SUES -> SUMS -> SUMP -> PUMP -> POMP -> POOP.
Is there more than one way to solve the SUES to POOP puzzle in the par number of moves?
No, there is only one shortest solution path for the SUES to POOP puzzle. This unique path is SUES -> SUMS -> SUMP -> PUMP -> POMP -> POOP, which takes 5 moves.
What is the best first move from SUES if I want to solve the puzzle quickly?
The best first move from SUES is SUMS, as it is the only move that keeps you on track for a par solution. All other first moves, such as CUES or HUES, will add at least one extra move to your total.
Are there any first moves from SUES that make the puzzle significantly longer?
Yes, two first moves from SUES will cost you two extra moves to reach POOP. These moves are SHES and SUET, which will result in a 7-move solution instead of the 5-move par.