Strands Hints Today
Daily hints for the NYT Strands puzzle. Reveal the theme, spangram, and theme words progressively.
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What is NYT Strands?
Strands is a captivating blend of Spelling Bee, Connections, and classic word searches. Every day, players are given 48 letters on a 6x8 board along with a theme clue. The task? To uncover the Spangram and all the theme words.
If you love Spelling Bee, enjoy Connections, or dig classic crosswords, you're in for a treat. Strands is here to spice up your puzzle routine with its unique combination of word search and thematic deduction.
Your goal is to find all the theme words hidden in the grid, plus a special "Spangram" - a word that spans from one side of the board to the opposite side and reveals the puzzle's theme.
How to Play NYT Strands
1. Discover Theme Words
Fill the board entirely with thematic answers. Theme words are highlighted in blue when found and they don't overlap with each other.
2. Reveal the Spangram
Search for the Spangram, a crucial puzzle element touching two opposite sides of the board. It encapsulates the theme and may consist of two words. It's highlighted in yellow when found.
3. Earn Hints
Need a nudge? Find non-theme words to earn hints. For every 3 non-theme words you uncover, a hint will highlight letters of a theme word without revealing the word directly.
Tips for Solving Strands
- 1.Start with the theme clue - It's your roadmap. Understanding the theme helps identify what words to look for.
- 2.Find the Spangram early - The Spangram spans edge-to-edge and often reveals or confirms the theme, making other words easier to find.
- 3.Think laterally - Theme words can be synonyms, examples, or related concepts. The connection isn't always obvious.
- 4.Use non-theme words strategically - Find 3 valid words that aren't theme words to unlock a hint that highlights letters.
- 5.Words can bend - Unlike traditional word searches, Strands words can change direction. They don't have to be in a straight line.
Strands FAQ
What is NYT Strands?
NYT Strands is a daily word puzzle from The New York Times. Players must find theme words hidden in a 6x8 letter grid, plus a special 'Spangram' that spans the entire board and reveals the puzzle's theme.
What is a Spangram in Strands?
A Spangram is a special word in Strands that touches two opposite sides of the board. It reveals the theme of the puzzle and is highlighted in yellow when found. Finding the Spangram often helps identify the other theme words.
How many words are in each Strands puzzle?
Each Strands puzzle contains 6-8 theme words plus one Spangram. The theme words fill the entire board without overlapping.
When does NYT Strands reset?
NYT Strands resets daily at midnight Eastern Time. A new puzzle with a new theme is available each day.
How do I earn hints in Strands?
In Strands, you can earn hints by finding non-theme words. For every 3 valid words you find that aren't part of the theme, you'll unlock a hint that highlights letters of a theme word.
Do theme words overlap in Strands?
No, theme words never overlap. Each letter on the board belongs to exactly one theme word or the Spangram. When you find all words, every letter will be covered.
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