Poople #443 — October 31, 2026 (FUSE)
Start word FUSE · Par 6 · Medium
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The shortest route takes 6 steps.
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Start by changing letter 1, counting from the left.
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RUSE
Full path
- Start Starting word
- 01 Letter 1: F → R
- 02 Letter 2: U → O
- 03 Letter 1: R → P
- 04 Letter 3: S → M
- 05 Letter 4: E → P
- 06 Letter 3: M → O
6 steps
Breadth-first search checks all shorter distances before reaching POOP. A separate search verifies the minimum using the same accepted vocabulary. Every move changes one letter; other shortest routes may exist.
Bridge words
- RUSE
- ROSE
- POSE
- POME
- A fleshy fruit with a central seed-bearing core, such as an apple.
- POMP
- An impressive ceremonial display.