The New York Times introduced its first crossword puzzle on February 15, 1942, in the Sunday Magazine, created by Charles Erlenkotter and edited by Margaret Farrar. It was a groundbreaking moment as the first major newspaper to feature a crossword. Since then, the NYT has become a hub for puzzle lovers, launching games like the Mini Crossword in 2014, Spelling Bee, Letter Boxed, and Tiles. In 2022, Wordle became a sensation, followed by Connections and Strands.
Strands is the latest addition to the NYT puzzle family. This daily game offers a fresh theme every day, challenging players to uncover all the words in the grid, including a unique Spangram that stretches across two sides of the board.
NYT Strands December 20, 2024 – Hints, answers, Spangram
Having trouble solving today’s NYT Strands puzzle? We’re here to help with some easy hints to fuel your curiosity even more. Plus, we’ve got today’s answer waiting for you – just keep reading.
Today's NYT Strands puzzle theme
The theme for today’s Strands is “Morning morsels''.
Hints for today’s Strands
Below, we’ve shared the hints, answers, and Spangram for today’s NYT Strands puzzle. The hints may give away part or all of the Strands, so proceed with caution. Scroll down to continue:
Hints- A breakfast cereal made from pulverized oats shaped like an “O,” also used as a farewell phrase; begins with “C” and ends with “O.”
- A breakfast cereal made of sweetened crispy rice, associated with characters from The Flintstones, starts with "P" and ends with "E."
NYT Strands December 20, 2024 – Hints, answers, Spangram
Spangram for today‘CEREAL’ is the Spangram for today’s NYT Strands puzzle.
Today's Strands’ answers:
- CHEERIO
- CRUNCH
- PUFF
- FLAKE
- SMACK
- PEBBLE
- CHARM
- LOOP
What are NYT Strands and how to play the game?
- Strands is a puzzle game that blends elements of Connections, Spelling Bee, and classic crossword puzzles. Players are given 48 letters arranged on a 6 x 8-inch grid, along with a daily theme. The goal is to solve the Spangram and uncover all the theme-related words.
- To play, connect letters on the grid to form words by dragging your mouse or fingers (on a touchscreen) in horizontal, vertical, or diagonal directions.
- Start by identifying the central theme word or Spangram, which will help you understand the puzzle’s theme.
- In addition to the Spangram, you must also find other words related to the theme hidden in the grid. Once you’ve uncovered them all, the puzzle is complete.
Tips for solving NYT Strands puzzle
- Identify the theme words: Fill in the grid with the theme words. Once found, they will be highlighted in blue and won't overlap with each other.
- Find the Spangram: Identify the Spangram, a key part of the puzzle that connects two opposite sides of the grid. It encapsulates the theme and may consist of two words. The Spangram will be highlighted in yellow once you’ve located it.
- Take advantage of hints: Pay attention to off-topic words for clues. For every three non-theme words you uncover, letters will be highlighted to give you a hint toward finding a theme word, without directly revealing it.
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