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Strands Hints and Answers Guide - Solve NYT Strands
THEME
A visit from Santa
Word 1: CANDY
Definition: sweets; confectionery
Synonyms: confectionery, bonbons
Word 2: COAL
Definition: a combustible black or dark brown rock consisting chiefly of carbonized plant matter, found mainly in underground seams and used as fuel
Word 3: ORANGE
Definition: a town in southern France, on the River Rhône, home of the ancestors of the Dutch royal house
Synonyms: ginger, ochre, copper, gold, golden, paprika, terracotta, saffron, tawny, yellowish, reddish
Word 4: PENS
Definition: write or compose
Synonyms: confine, enclose, impound, shut in, fence in, enclosure, fold, sheepfold, pound, compound, paddock, stockade, sty, coop, cage, stall, lock-up
Word 5: PLUSHIE
Definition: made of or resembling plush; soft to the touch
Word 6: SCARF
Definition: a length or square of fabric worn around the neck or head
Synonyms: muffler
Word 7: SOCKS
Definition: a garment for the foot and lower part of the leg, typically knitted from wool, cotton, or nylon
Synonyms: blow, thump, punch, knock, bang, thwack, box, cuff, slap, smack, spank, tap, crack, stroke, welt, strike, slap, smack, cuff, punch, beat, thrash, thump, batter, belabour, drub, hook, pound, smash, slam, welt, pummel, hammer, bang, knock, swat, whip, flog, cane, sucker-punch, rain blows on, give someone a (good) beating/drubbing, box someone's ears
Word 8: TOYS
Definition: an object for a child to play with, typically a model or miniature replica of something
Synonyms: plaything, game, model, miniature, imitation, make-believe, fake, simulation, artificial, miniature, small, tiny, fun-size, diminutive, dwarf, midget, pygmy, think idly about, play with, flirt with, trifle with, entertain the possibility of, consider, have thoughts about, argue the pros and cons of
Spangram: STOCKING
Definition: a woman's garment, typically made of translucent nylon or silk, that fits closely over the foot and leg and is held up by suspenders or an elasticated strip at the upper thigh
Synonyms: nylons, stay-ups, sell, market
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How to Play Strands
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Find Theme Words
Drag or tap letters to create theme words that fill the board. Double-tap the last letter to submit. Found words stay highlighted in blue, ensuring no overlaps.
Discover the Spangram
This special word spans from one side of the board to the other, encapsulating the daily theme. The Spangram highlights in yellow and might even be two words!
Need an in-game hint?
Uncover non-theme words to earn hints. Every 3 non-theme words reveal letters of a theme word. Already got a hint? The next hint shows the word’s letter order.
Lady Puzzle Pro's Expert Tips for Mastering Strands
Tip 1: Solve the Daily Clues like in Crosswords
Treat the clues like you would in a crossword or Connections game. Form words by exclusion if unsure or use hints to guide you.
Tip 2: Tackle the Corners
Start from the corners and try spelling words backward. Work through each corner methodically to uncover hidden words.
Tip 3: Spot Patterns and Rare Letters
Look for patterns, especially around the corners. Identify rare letters like Q, Z, Y, and K, as well as common endings like - LY, - CK, - SH, - NESS, and - IVE.
Tip 4: Explore the Strands Archive
Review and learn from past puzzles by exploring our Strands archive. This can help you identify common patterns and improve your skills for future challenges.
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