The New York Times' Strands puzzle is more than just a word search; it challenges players to decode themed words. Words twist and turn in unexpected directions, often leaving you scratching your brains and wondering how to connect the dots. After finding all the relevant words, you also need to find a ‘spangram’, that connects all the themed words and spans across the entire grid.

If you’re having a hard time with today’s NYT Strands puzzle, this guide has got you covered. Read on for some helpful hints and spoilers that can help you get one step closer to solving today’s Strands puzzle.

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The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #252 November 10, 2024

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #252 November 10, 2024

The theme for today’s Strands is “Nice Fit.” You have to find seven words that are relevant to the theme, including one spangram.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

If you need a little nudge to solve today’s puzzle, check out the hints below to help you identify the themed words. These clues will guide you towards the solution, one step at a time.

General Hint 1

General Hint 2

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If you're looking for a direct solution, the following spoilers will give away two themed words from today's puzzle, including their positions on the grid.

Spoiler 1

Spoiler 2

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

If you're still stumped, click on the "Read More" button below to view the complete solution to today’s Strands puzzle. You can find all the themed words along with the spangram of the day in the sections below.

Today's Strands Explained

Today's Strands puzzle is relatively simple, but you can still find a detailed explanation of the theme and spangram below. We'll break down how the words and theme of the day are connected.

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Strands
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Released
March 4, 2024
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Developer(s)
The New York Times Company
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The New York Times Company
Platform(s)
Web Browser
Genre(s)
Puzzle