Strands presents a new letter grid puzzle featuring seven hidden, thematically linked words. Solving this puzzle requires keen observation and deduction skills. This guide provides assistance for those already familiar with Strands gameplay.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025)
The puzzle clue is "Cold Snap," and the solution includes a pangram and six thematically related words.
Hints for New York Times Games Strands
These spoiler-free hints guide you 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
Need a little more help? These spoilers reveal two words and their placement:
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Sleet
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Flurry
Complete Solution to Today's New York Times Games Strands
Ready for the full answer? This reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their positions:
The theme is "Winter Weather." The words are Drizzle, Flurry, Frost, Blizzard, Snow, and Sleet.
Solution Explanation
The clue "Cold Snap" perfectly encapsulates the theme. Each themed word represents a type of weather commonly associated with winter.
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