Let’s kick off the week with a relatively simple Strands puzzle, shall we? If you happen to hit a roadblock, feel free to check out the hints I’ve provided below. Looking for more word-based entertainment? Don’t forget to explore my Wordle today, NYT Connections today, and Quordle today pages for helpful hints and solutions for those games.
SPOILER ALERT: Details about NYT Strands today are included below, so proceed with caution if you prefer not to know the answers.
Today’s theme for NYT Strands is “Rise and shine.” To get started, try playing any of these words: HOUSE, WEAR, SOON, FAST, FADE, READ. These words will unlock the in-game hints system.
Here’s a hint for today’s spangram: “Start the day right.” The spangram for today’s game touches two sides of the board: the top of the 3rd column and the bottom of the 4th column.
Now, for the answers to today’s Strands, game #127:
– WAKE
– SHOWER
– BREAKFAST
– DRESS
– WORK
– SNOOZE
– SPANGRAM: MORNING ROUTINE
– My rating: Easy
– My score: Perfect
My morning routine typically involves waking up (no snoozing), playing Strands, Connections, Quordle, and Wordle, then rushing to shower, dress, grab breakfast, and head to work. How about you? Share your morning routine with me via email.
As for yesterday’s NYT Strands answers (Sunday, game #126):
– SLATE
– CHARCOAL
– PLATINUM
– GRAPHITE
– STEEL
– FLINT
– SPANGRAM: GRAYSCALE
Curious about what NYT Strands is all about? Strands is the NYT’s latest word game, following the popularity of Wordle and Connections. It’s now officially launched and can be played on the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile. If you need help mastering the game, check out my comprehensive guide on how to play NYT Strands, complete with tips for solving it.
Marc is TechRadar’s Global Editor in Chief, with a wealth of experience in senior editorial roles focused on gaming, streaming, audio, TV, entertainment, and more. Based in London, Marc has a passion for photography, live music, gaming, cycling, and beating Wordle. He is also known for his expertise in testing and reviewing a wide range of gadgets, from phones and tablets to cameras and smart home devices. Explore his daily Wordle today page for more word-based fun!