Strands is a captivating puzzle game that challenges players to solve a unique linguistic puzzle. You're given a jumble of letters and a single clue, and your task is to decipher both the theme and the related words, then locate those words within the letter grid. Today's puzzle, however, is particularly demanding, featuring tricky words and a less-than-helpful hint. If you need assistance, you'll find plenty of help in the article below.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311 January 8, 2025
Today's Strands puzzle comes with the clue "Time for an Upgrade." Your mission is to find six items: the Spangram and five themed words.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
Looking for help without spoilers? Below, you'll find three sections, each with a hint that nudges you closer to the theme without revealing any words from the puzzle. These hints are perfect for this browser-based puzzle game.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Redo a part of your home.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Revamp your food-making room.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Upgrades you might make to your food-making room.
Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands
Need a spoiler but want to avoid non-themed words? Each section below reveals one word and includes a screenshot showing its location within this innovative puzzle game.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Backsplash
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Oven
The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands
Want the complete solution for this minimalist puzzle game? Expand the section below to view all the themed words and their positions in the puzzle's letter grid.
The category for today is KitchenRemodel. The words are Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
Today's Strands Explained
Still confused? The section below provides a detailed explanation of how the theme, the themed words, and the clue interconnect in this puzzle game.
The clue "Time for an Upgrade" is fitting because all the items listed are elements you might replace during a full Kitchen Remodel. Each themed word represents a kitchen component that can be upgraded to revitalize the entire room.
Interested in playing? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.
