"New York Times Strands: January 16, 2025 Hints and Answers"

Strands presents yet another challenging puzzle grid, where players must decipher six themed words from a single clue, using every letter in the grid only once. This word-search game can be particularly tough, but this guide is here to assist with general hints, spoilers, and more to help you solve it.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319 January 16, 2025

Today's Strands puzzle clue is "Bar Association," and you need to find six items: five themed words and the Spangram.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

For those seeking hints without full spoilers, explore the three sections below. These clues become more specific as you progress, but won't reveal the answers outright.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Tending a bar.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Alcohol.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Mixed drinks.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If you need a bit more help, the following sections each contain one answer and a screenshot showing its placement in the grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sidecar

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Martini

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

For the full solution, including all themed words, the Spangram, and their placements, check the section below.

Today's category is Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, and Cosmopolitan.

Today's Strands Explained

If you're struggling to understand the puzzle, the section below provides a detailed explanation of how today's puzzle fits together.

The theme for today is Cocktails, aligning with the clue "Bar Association." All the themed words are cocktails commonly associated with bars.

To play, visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.