Strands presents another challenging word puzzle! The goal: uncover six themed words from a grid using each letter only once. The theme is revealed through a single clue. This puzzle is notoriously difficult, even for experienced players. This guide provides hints, spoilers, and the full solution.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319 (January 16, 2025)
The clue is "Bar Association". Find five themed words and the pangram.
Hints (Increasing Difficulty):
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Working behind a bar.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Alcoholic beverages.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Mixed alcoholic drinks.
Spoilers (One Word at a Time):
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Sidecar
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Martini
Complete Solution:
The theme is Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, Cosmopolitan, and the pangram.
Solution Explanation:
The "Bar Association" clue points to the theme of cocktails, as these are drinks commonly associated with or ordered at a bar.
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