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Strands #311: Kitchen Remodel Puzzle Solution and Hints
Strands presents a challenging word puzzle where you decipher a theme and locate themed words within a letter grid, using only a single clue. Today's puzzle, with its cryptic hint and difficult words, requires extra assistance. This guide provides varying levels of help, from subtle hints to complete solutions.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311 (January 8, 2025)
The clue is: "Time for an Upgrade". Six words need to be found: five themed words and a pangram.
General Hints (Spoiler-Free)
These hints nudge you towards the theme without revealing specific words:
Hint 1: Consider home renovation projects.
Hint 2: Focus on kitchen improvements.
Hint 3: Think about the appliances and features within a kitchen that might be upgraded.
Partial Spoilers (One Word at a Time)
Need more help? Here are two solved words with their locations:
Word 1: Backsplash
Word 2: Oven
Complete Solution
Ready for the full answer?
Theme: Kitchen Remodel. The words are: Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
Puzzle Explanation
The clue "Time for an Upgrade" fits perfectly with the theme because these items are commonly replaced during a kitchen remodel. Each word represents a replaceable kitchen component.
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