Strands presents a new letter puzzle with a scrambled grid. To solve it, decipher the theme from the clue and locate all seven themed words within the grid.
This NYT Games Strands puzzle (#309, January 6, 2025) presents a significant challenge. Assistance is available below, ranging from general hints to the complete solution.
The clue is "In Neutral." Seven words need to be found, including a pangram and six themed words.
New York Times Games Strands Hints:
Need help without spoilers? Here are three general hints:
Hint 1: What items are commonly described as neutral?
Hint 2: Consider colors.
Hint 3: Think of a pale, almost-white color often considered neutral.
Partial Spoilers:
Here are two individual word spoilers:
Spoiler 1: Word 1: Cream
Spoiler 2: Word 2: Eggshell
Complete Solution:
The theme is "Off-White." The words are Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, and Champagne.
Solution Explanation:
Off-whites are colors very close to white but with a subtle tint of another color. These off-whites are considered neutral colors. Each themed word represents a different off-white shade.
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