LinkedIn’s Crossclimb #732 for May 2, 2026 is another smooth word ladder puzzle where each step changes just one letter to create a new valid word. The goal is to move from the starting word to the final word through logical transitions.
Here is the correct sequence arranged exactly as shown:
POCKET
LOCKET
LOCKED
LACKED
RACKED
RACKET
JACKET
Each word differs from the previous one by only a single letter, forming a clean and satisfying progression. Let’s break it down step by step:
POCKET → LOCKET
The first letter changes from P to L, forming a new word.
LOCKET → LOCKED
The last letter changes from T to D, shifting from a noun to a past tense verb.
LOCKED → LACKED
The second letter changes from O to A, creating another valid word.
LACKED → RACKED
The first letter changes from L to R, continuing the ladder.
RACKED → RACKET
The fifth letter changes from E to E + T addition, extending the word into a noun.
RACKET → JACKET
The first letter changes from R to J, completing the sequence.
This puzzle highlights how small letter changes can build a clear path between words that may seem unrelated at first glance. It’s a great exercise in vocabulary and pattern recognition, making Crossclimb both fun and mentally engaging.
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