Step aside, Wordle, Connections, and Mini Crossword—there’s a new word game in town making waves among fans. The New York Times has introduced “Strands,” a captivating daily activity that has quickly gained popularity on the NYT website and app.
With daily themes and tricky “spangrams” to unravel, Strands is the latest addition to your daily to-do list. Challenge yourself before a new puzzle appears every 24 hours.
Here’s how to play Strands, according to the New York Times:
– Discover theme words to fill the board, which will stay highlighted in blue once found.
– Create words by dragging or tapping the letters. Double-tap the last letter to submit.
– Theme words must completely fill the board without overlapping.
– Uncover the “spangram,” a clue that describes the puzzle’s theme and touches two sides of the board.
– Use non-theme words to earn hints, with every three non-theme words granting you a hint.
Today’s theme for Strands is “Busybody buzz.” Keep an ear out for hints throughout the game.
In today’s puzzle, there are six theme words to uncover, each starting with the first two letters:
– AL
– PI
– SC
– ID
– LI
– DI
– CO (SPANGRAM)
This puzzle’s spangram is a mix of vertical and horizontal words to keep you on your toes.
The answer to today’s spangram is “CORPORATESPEAK,” reflecting the theme and adding a clever twist to the challenge.
Today’s word list for Strands includes: ALIGN, PIVOT, SCALE, IDEATE, LIAISE, DISRUPT, and the spangram: CORPORATESPEAK.
Immerse yourself in the world of Strands, a refreshing addition to the word game lineup that will test your skills and keep you coming back for more.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.