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Strands presents a new challenge: unscramble letters within a grid to uncover seven themed words. The clue, "In Neutral," unlocks the puzzle's theme. This guide provides hints and the complete solution.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #309 (January 6, 2025)
The puzzle's clue is "In Neutral." Seven words are to be found, including a pangram and six themed words.
Hints for the New York Times Strands Puzzle
Need help without spoilers? These hints point towards the theme:
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Consider items often described as neutral.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Think about colors.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Consider a pale, almost-white color.
Partial Solution Spoilers
Stuck? Here are two word spoilers:
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Cream
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Eggshell
Complete Solution to the New York Times Games Strands Puzzle
The solution is revealed below:
The theme is "Off-White." The words are Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, Champagne.
Solution Explanation
Still confused? Here's the breakdown:
Off-whites are subtly tinted variations of white, often considered neutral colors. The themed words represent different shades of off-white.
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