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Strands Hints and Answers Guide - Solve NYT Strands
THEME
Good bones
Word 1: FEMUR
Definition: the bone of the thigh or upper hindlimb, articulating at the hip and the knee
Word 2: FIBULA
Definition: the outer and usually smaller of the two bones between the knee and the ankle (or the equivalent joints in other terrestrial vertebrates), parallel with the tibia
Synonyms: fastener, fastening, catch, clip, pin
Word 3: HUMERUS
Definition: the bone of the upper arm or forelimb, forming joints at the shoulder and the elbow
Word 4: RADIUS
Definition: a straight line from the centre to the circumference of a circle or sphere
Word 5: SKULL
Definition: a bone framework enclosing the brain of a vertebrate; the skeleton of a person's or animal's head
Synonyms: hit over the head, hit on the head, hit, strike, buffet, bang, knock, thwack, slug, welt, cuff, punch, smash
Word 6: STERNUM
Definition: the breastbone
Synonyms: breast, upper body, body, torso, trunk
Word 7: ULNA
Definition: the thinner and longer of the two bones in the human forearm, on the side opposite to the thumb
Spangram: SKELETON
Definition: an internal or external framework of bone, cartilage, or other rigid material supporting or containing the body of an animal or plant
Synonyms: framework, basic structure, frame, shell, outline, draft, abstract, plan, blueprint
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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!
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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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