Today’s NYT Strands puzzle is a play on the classic word search, with a new game available every day. Players must find a group of words that have something in common, as well as a special word called a spangram. The spangram links at least two sides of the board and may not start or end there. Players can connect letters vertically, horizontally, and diagonally, with the aim of finding theme words and the spangram.
The puzzle creators may vary the difficulty each day, with themes revolving around synonyms, homophones, or filling in missing words in a phrase. Players can unlock hints by finding three valid words of at least four letters that are not part of the theme. The hints will highlight the letters that make up one of the theme words. The goal is to keep players on their toes and surprise them with different challenges each day.
Today’s official theme hint for the Strands puzzle is “This is a puzzle” and an additional hint describes it as “Quite the mindboggler.” Players are tasked with finding six words, including the spangram, which is revealed to be “BRAINTEASERS.” The other theme words for the day include words like “ENIGMA,” “RIDDLE,” “QUANDARY,” “CONUNDRUM,” and “MYSTERY.”
Players must strategically search for the theme words and the spangram within the grid of letters. By connecting letters in various directions, they can uncover the words and complete the puzzle. Today’s completed grid included words like “DINE,” “DIRE,” “MAGE,” and the theme words in various locations. The spangram, starting at the bottom and bending toward the middle, was the final theme word discovered.
Overall, players may use hints and critical thinking to solve the Strands puzzle each day. By staying attentive to the clues and piecing together the theme words and spangram, they can enjoy the challenge and satisfaction of completing the puzzle. Check back for future hints and solutions if needed for upcoming Strands games.
