Strands presents yet another challenging puzzle grid, designed to tease out six themed words from a single clue. To conquer this puzzle, you must decipher the theme and locate all the words within the grid, ensuring each letter is used only once. This word-search game can be particularly tough, even for seasoned players, but this article is here to assist you with general hints, spoilers, and more to guide you through the challenge.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319 January 16, 2025
Today's Strands puzzle revolves around the clue "Bar Association." Your task is to find six items, including five themed words and the Spangram.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
For those seeking a hint without full spoilers, explore the three sections below. These clues gradually become more specific but won't reveal the answers outright.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Tending a bar.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Alcohol.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Mixed drinks.
Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands
If a couple of spoilers might help you navigate this free-to-play puzzle game, the following sections each contain one answer along with a screenshot showing where to place that word within the letter grid.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Sidecar
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Martini
The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands
Below, you'll find the complete solution to today's New York Times Games Strands puzzle, including all themed words, the Spangram, and their positions within the letter grid.
The category for today is Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, and Cosmopolitan.
Today's Strands Explained
If you're struggling to understand the puzzle, the section below offers a detailed explanation of how all the pieces fit together and relate to the theme.
The theme for today is Cocktails, which aligns with the clue "Bar Association." All the themed words represent different cocktails you might encounter or order at a bar.
Ready to take on the challenge? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser, and dive into the fun!
