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The New York Times carries a long history of crossword puzzle publications. Its first one was published on February 15, 1942. The company has introduced several hit games, such as the Mini Crossword, Spelling Bee, Wordle, etc.
In 2024, NYT added Strands to their puzzle lineup. This exciting daily puzzle draws elements from other NYT games and provides something new and challenging for the player every day.
Playing NYT Strands is pretty easy but requires a strategic approach to enjoy the challenge. Here's how to do it:
Get the Grid: A player is provided 48 letters in a 6x8 grid.
Find the Spangram: The Spangram is the key to solving the theme of the puzzle. Look for two words that span across two opposite sides of the grid. Once guessed right, they are highlighted in yellow.
Solve the Theme Words: Use the Spangram as a guide to search for relevant words. As one finds these words, they will turn blue.
Get Clues from Off-Topic Words: If a player discovers non-theme words, they will lead them to discover relevant theme words. For every three off-topic words, three letters will be highlighted and will point one toward the correct theme words without showing the full word.
Fill the Board: Continue until a player has filled the grid with the theme words, and the puzzle is solved.
Stay Persistent: Like all puzzles, NYT Strands requires patience. Don’t get discouraged if the answer doesn’t come immediately. Keep playing and using the hints to solve the game!
Today's NYT Strands puzzle is centered around the theme ‘Keeping the faith.’ This theme invites players to explore words and places related to spiritual sanctuaries and practices.
1. A place of quiet reverence, where spirit and serenity converge.
2. A secluded sanctuary for contemplation, discipline, and spiritual growth.
Following the hints and exploring the Spangram, the words associated with today's theme of ‘Keeping the faith’ are as follows:
MOSQUE
TEMPLE
MONASTERY
ABBEY
TABERNACLE
Whether one is an amateur or is experienced enough to handle words, playing NYT Strands will help build vocabulary. Come back tomorrow for more hints, answers, and tips.
Happy puzzling!
