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New York Times Releases Clues and Solutions for Word Puzzle Enthusiasts

by Peyton Feb 10,2025

Unravel the mystery of Strands' latest letter grid! Seven themed words are hidden within a seemingly random arrangement of letters. This guide provides assistance for solving this challenging puzzle.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025)

The puzzle's clue is "Cold Snap," hinting at the seven hidden words: a pangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Hints

Need a nudge without spoilers? These hints point towards the theme without revealing specific words.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Weather conditions.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Frigid temperatures.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Cold precipitation.

Partial Solution Spoilers

Stuck? These spoilers reveal two words and their placement, avoiding non-themed word hints.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sleet

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Flurry

Complete Solution

Ready for the full answer? This reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their locations.

The theme is Winter Weather. The words are Drizzle, Flurry, Frost, Blizzard, Snow, and Sleet.

Solution Explanation

This section explains how the words, theme, clue, and pangram connect.

"Cold Snap" accurately describes the theme. Each word represents a common winter weather phenomenon.

Ready to play? Find the New York Times Games Strands puzzle on most browsers.

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