Strands hints for today
No. 980 · Sun, Nov 8
Checked against the game at 23:32 UTC. Hints first, answer only when you ask.
Today's Strands hints and answer
Today's Strands Answers
How to play Strands
NYT Strands presents a 6×8 grid of scrambled letters. Your goal is to find all the themed words hidden in the grid, plus a special word called the spangram.
Words are formed by connecting adjacent letters in any direction: horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Letters must be connected in sequence, and each letter can only be used once per word.
The spangram is a special word that touches two opposite sides of the board and reveals the puzzle’s theme. Finding it first can help you identify the remaining words.
Use the theme clue at the top of the puzzle to figure out what all the words have in common. A new Strands puzzle is available daily.
Play at nytimes.com/games/strands. A new puzzle every day at 02:00 ET.
Tips
- Read the theme clue first. It tells you the category connecting all the hidden words. Think broadly about what words could fit.
- Look for the spangram early. It’s usually the longest word and spans from one side of the board to the other, which helps you map out the remaining words.
- Theme words do not overlap. Each letter in the grid belongs to one answer. Once you find some words, the remaining letters narrow down what is left.
Questions
What is today's Strands spangram?
Today's NYT Strands spangram and theme words are revealed in our progressive hints above. Start with Hint 1 for the theme clue, then reveal more as needed.
What is the spangram in NYT Strands?
The spangram is a special word that touches two opposite sides of the Strands board. It reveals the puzzle's theme and is usually the longest word in the puzzle.
How many theme words are in each Strands puzzle?
Each Strands puzzle has a varying number of theme words, typically between 4 and 8, plus the spangram. The number depends on the puzzle's theme.
When does NYT Strands reset?
NYT Strands resets daily at 2:00 AM Eastern Time (ET). A new puzzle with a fresh theme is available every day.
Is NYT Strands free to play?
Yes, NYT Strands is free to play on the New York Times Games website and app.