Play Strands, the New York Times' Elevated Word-Search Game
NYT Strands is a unique word-search game that challenges players to find words formed by connecting letters in various directions. Unlike traditional word searches, words in Strands can change direction, creating intricate shapes and patterns. Every letter in the grid is used to form a word, and every puzzle has a theme.
How to Play Strands
To play Strands, players are given an opaque hint and must figure out the words that fit the theme. The game takes longer to complete than other word games like Wordle and Connections. However, for those who need assistance, we provide daily hints and answers.
Today's Strands Hint
Theme Hint: Here we (don't) go again
The words you're looking for are associated with something you don't want to be stuck in for too long.
Spangram Hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?
Today's spangram is horizontal.
Today's Spangram Answer
Traffic Jam
Today's Word List
Congestion
Gridlock
Blockage
Overcrowding
Traffic Jam
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