Strands, a game that may not be as popular as Wordle and Connections in the New York Times Games app, has recently moved out of beta and into the official app. This change could attract more fans to the game due to its challenging and entertaining nature. For those who need help with the Strands puzzle, here are some tips and hints to guide you through the game without revealing any spoilers.
The goal of Strands is to find hidden words that fit the puzzle’s theme. If you find yourself stuck, start by looking for any words you can. Every time you uncover three words that are four letters or more in length, the game will reveal one of the theme words. Some clue words that can help you unlock hints in the game include LIFT, LIFE, TILT, SLEET, LINT, TIRE, GALA, CLAP, SPAR, GEAR, COLA, GRAY, LEGAL, REGAL, CARP, RACY, SCAR, and CALM.
As for the answers to today’s Strands puzzle, the theme is “Not just black and white.” Some of the answers that tie into this theme include STEEL, SLATE, FLINT, CHARCOAL, GRAPHITE, and PLATINUM. Additionally, the spangram for today’s puzzle is GRAYSCALE. To spell it out, start with the G that’s four letters down on the far-right column and wind across the board.
If you’re unfamiliar with how to play NYT Strands, here are some basic guidelines to help you navigate the game:
1. Use today’s theme to search for words related to that topic. When you spot a word, click or drag the letters in order and double-click on the last letter to submit your guess. If you’ve found a theme word, it will light up in blue.
2. Hint words are other words you find that provide clues to the theme words. Discover three hint words, each with at least four letters, and the game will reveal a theme word. If you struggle to unscramble it, find three more hint words to highlight the theme word’s letters in order.
3. Keep an eye out for the spangram, a special theme word that spans the entire puzzle either horizontally or vertically. It serves as a summary of the puzzle theme.
4. By the time you finish the game, every letter on the board should be used in either a theme word or the spangram. Theme words should fill the entire board without overlapping.
Overall, Strands offers a unique and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts looking for something different from the more well-known games in the New York Times app. Give it a try and see if you can unravel the mysteries hidden within the strands of words.
