The New York Times Strands puzzle is a word search game in beta that requires players to find words related to a common theme in a grid of letters. Each puzzle also includes a spangram, which links two opposite sides of the board. The goal is to find all the theme words and the spangram to complete the puzzle. The game is played daily, and players are encouraged to keep participating to ensure the game’s continuation.
Today’s Strands puzzle hint is “Deep dive” with an extra hint of “The life aquatic.” The theme for the puzzle is marine life, and the spangram for the day is “MARINELIFE.” The other words in the puzzle include CLAM, WHALE, OCTOPUS, SQUID, LOBSTER, SHARK, and CORAL. The words are related to seafood delicacies or sea creatures, except for WHALE, which could be seen as an exception.
Players can find the spangram and theme words highlighted in blue and yellow on the grid. The Strands puzzle for the day seems to be relatively easy, with the words easy to spot within the grid. The puzzle can be completed quickly, with words like CLAM, WHALE, and OCTOPUS being some of the first to be found. The completion of the puzzle leaves the player craving lobster rolls and possibly thinking about the ocean and its inhabitants.
Players can share their experiences and success with the Strands puzzle on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook. In addition to playing Strands, players can also check out the host’s blog for daily Wordle guides and other writing on TV shows, streaming, movie reviews, and video game coverage. The host thanks players for stopping by and encourages them to keep participating in Strands and other puzzles for their enjoyment and the game’s continuation on the app.