There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list,

Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.

The spangram describes the puzzle’s theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. It may be two words. The spangram highlights in yellow when found. An example spangram with corresponding theme words: PEAR,

Today's NYT Strands puzzle isn't too tough once you recognize the theme.The words are pretty simple, and kind of fun, with hints of a warmer season to come. If you need hints and answers, read on. I go into depth about the rules for Strands in this story.