Today's Strands Hints
Here's today's (March 18, 2025) Strands puzzle! This moderately challenging word hunt should take around 10-15 minutes to solve. You're searching for words linked by the clue "Grrr"—think about states of annoyance or irritation for guidance. The game’s charm lies in spotting the connections and uncovering the full spangram. Ready to test your wits? Here’s a starting point to guide you through:
Today's Theme Hint: Think of emotions that might arise when your favorite team loses—it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.
- Click to reveal The Spangram Hint
Hinted Answers: Reveal Word & Path
Click a blue bubble to reveal a theme word. The final yellow bubble reveals the spangram..
Get Strands Hints Step-by-Step
To get the right amount of help for the daily NYT Strands puzzle without spoiling the solution, we recommend using our hints strategically. Here's how to do it:
Step 1. Understand the Theme & First Hint
Your starting point is in the introductory text, where we announce "today's theme" – this is the creative, official clue from the game itself. If this riddle-like theme leaves you guessing, your first real hint is the one directly below it in the list. This "Today's Theme Hint" gives you a more direct, imaginative description of the puzzle's category.
Step 2. Get Help on Individual Words
If you've found some words but are stuck on others, use the "Individual Word Hints" section. Click Reveal Hint X to see a clear, direct definition for any specific theme word you're struggling to find.
Step 3. Use the Spangram Hint for the Final Push
Once you've found all the theme words but can't figure out the final puzzle answer, use the "The Spangram Hint". This will give you the starting and ending letter of the spangram, providing a powerful structural clue to help you locate it on the board.
Step 4. Reveal Words & Paths One-by-One
If you need visual help, scroll down to the "Hinted Answers: Reveal Word & Path" section. Here, you can click the blue bubbles to reveal each theme word and its exact path on the grid. This is the best way to see answers individually without revealing everything at once.
Step 5. View the Full Solution
As a final resort, or if you're simply short on time, click the Reveal Answers button at the bottom of the board. This will instantly display all the words and their paths, fully solving the puzzle for you.
FAQ
What can NYT Strands Hints do?
View today's Strands hint, reveal the spangram and theme words one-by-one, and access an archive of past puzzles.
When do NYT Strands Hints update?
Our hints refresh daily, typically just after midnight Eastern Time, syncing with the official New York Times Strands. Updates usually take only a few minutes.
What is a Spangram?
The Spangram is a special word that describes the puzzle's overall theme. It's the key to the solution and always touches two opposite sides of the board. Finding it first is a great strategy!
Is there a cost for NYT Strands Hints?
No, our hints are completely free. This site was created by fellow game enthusiasts to enhance the solving experience, especially for tricky puzzles like Strands.
Can I access past Strands hints?
Yes! Use the "Find Archived Strands Hints" section to explore hints from previous days. Please note that our archives currently cover the past year.
Are these hints official from The New York Times?
No, all hints on this site are independently created by our team. We design them to complement the official puzzle and provide a helpful guide when you're stuck.
Does using hints feel like cheating?
Not at all! Strands can be challenging, and using a hint is a smart way to learn the game's logic. The goal is to have fun and successfully solve the puzzle, however you get there.
What if I find an error or have a suggestion?
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