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Yesterday's Strands Hints & Answers - Solve NYT Strands
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Word 1: ASSASSIN
Definition: a person who murders an important person for political or religious reasons
Synonyms: murderer, killer, executioner, gunman, butcher, slaughterer, liquidator, exterminator, terminator
Word 2: DOODLE
Definition: scribble absent-mindedly
Synonyms: write hurriedly, write untidily, write illegibly, scratch, scrawl, doodle, dash off, jot (down)
Word 3: LADY
Definition: a polite or formal way of referring to a woman
Synonyms: woman, adult female, female, girl, noblewoman, gentlewoman, duchess, countess, peeress, viscountess, baroness, dame, grand dame, spouse, partner, mate, consort, woman
Word 4: LIGHTNING
Definition: the occurrence of a natural electrical discharge of very short duration and high voltage between a cloud and the ground or within a cloud, accompanied by a bright flash and typically also thunder
Synonyms: quick, fast, swift, speedy, high-speed, expeditious, express, brisk, lively, prompt, flying, fleeting, lightning, meteoric, overnight, whirlwind, fast-track, whistle-stop
Word 5: POTATO
Definition: a starchy plant tuber which is one of the most important food crops, cooked and eaten as a vegetable
Word 6: STINK
Definition: have a strong unpleasant smell
Synonyms: reek, smell foul/bad/disgusting, stink/smell to high heaven, give off a bad smell, be very unpleasant, be abhorrent, be despicable, be contemptible, be disgusting, be vile, be foul, stench, reek, foul smell, bad smell, fetidness, effluvium, malodour, malodorousness, miasma, fuss, commotion, rumpus, ruckus, trouble, outcry, uproar, brouhaha, furore
Spangram: ENTOMOLOGY
Definition: the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects
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How to Play Strands
Dive into the fun with Strands, a unique blend of Connections and Spelling Bee! Here’s how:
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.
Use these tips to enhance your gameplay and keep your streaks alive with Lady Puzzle Pro!