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Poople #372 Answer: CANT to POOP

August 21, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves

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About this puzzle

Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.

2 distinct shortest path(s) from CANT to POOP.

CANT connects to 9 other valid words.

The shortest routes split after move 1 and rejoin 3 move(s) later, at move 4.

Easier than #371 (MICE, par 6) by 1 move(s). #371 MICE

Easier than #373 (ENDS, par 7) by 2 move(s). #373 ENDS

How the routes branch

Right after CANT, 2 different words keep the route just as short: CANS, CAST. Whichever one you pick, the routes lead back together at COOP on move 4.

This ladder to POOP makes quite the leap from COST to COOT. It's a surprisingly direct, five-step path.

Bridge words

CANT(noun)
Hypocritical and sanctimonious talk, typically of a moral, religious, or political nature.
CAST(verb)
To throw something forcefully in a specified direction.
COST(noun)
An amount that has to be paid or spent to get something.
COOT(noun)
A foolish or eccentric old man; a type of water bird.
COOP(noun)
A cage or enclosure for confining chickens or other small animals.

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FAQ

What is the Poople #372 answer?

The #372 start word is CANT. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: CANT -> CAST -> COST -> COOT -> COOP -> POOP.

How many steps does Poople #372 take?

Poople #372 (CANT) has a par of 5. The shortest path from CANT to POOP takes 5 move(s).

How many different shortest solutions does Poople #372 have?

Poople #372 has 2 distinct shortest path(s) from CANT to POOP.

How hard is Poople #372?

Poople #372 is rated Easy with a par of 5 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.