Like Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, Strands can sometimes be tricky to solve. There’s no shame in needing a bit of help. If you’re stuck and need to know the answers to today’s Strands puzzle, check out the solved puzzle below.
How to Play NYT Strands
In Strands, your goal is to find the “theme words” hidden within a grid of letters. You can manipulate the letters by dragging or tapping to form words. To confirm a word, double-tap the final letter. Correct words will be highlighted in blue and will no longer be selectable.
Finding non-theme words still helps! For every three non-theme words of at least four letters, you’ll get a hint—letters of one of the theme words will be revealed, and you’ll just need to unscramble them.
Every letter in the grid is used to spell out the theme words, with no overlaps. Each letter is used once and only once.
Each puzzle contains one “spangram,” a special theme word (or words) that touches two opposite sides of the board. The spangram is highlighted in yellow when found.
Your aim should be to complete the puzzle quickly without using too many hints.
Hint for Today’s NYT Strands Puzzle
Today’s theme is “Home grown.”
Here’s a hint: seasonings.
Today’s NYT Strands Answers
Today’s Spangram
Let’s start with the spangram, which might help you figure out the theme and solve the rest of the puzzle:
HERBGARDEN
Today’s Theme Words
If you still need more help, here are the rest of the theme words in today’s puzzle:
- SAGE
- BASIL
- ROSEMARY
- PARSLEY
- THYME
- CORIANDER
By using these answers, you should be able to complete today’s Strands puzzle and enjoy the satisfaction of a well-solved game. Happy puzzling!