NYT Strands: Hints and Answers for Jan 14, 2025

Strands offers another exciting daily word puzzle for its fans, challenging them to uncover all the hidden words from a single clue and strategically place them in the puzzle grid. Mastering Strands can be tricky, as the difficulty of puzzles varies. If you're looking for assistance with today's challenge, you'll find a wealth of resources below, including general hints, specific spoilers, and detailed explanations.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #317 January 14, 2025

Today's Strands puzzle revolves around the theme "Bundle Up," with seven items to discover: the Spangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

If you're seeking guidance without spoiling the answers, the following sections provide helpful hints for today's challenging puzzle.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Keeping your body warm outside.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Fluffy and thick!

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Warm outer layers for the cold weather.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

For those who wish to see some of the answers without fully solving the puzzle, the following sections reveal two of the themed words along with their placements in the grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Scarf

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Jacket

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

For those ready to see the complete solution, the expandable section below contains all the themed words, the Spangram, and a screenshot of their positions in the puzzle grid.

The category for today is WinterClothes. The words are Scarf, Mittens, Jacket, Parka, Gloves, and Beanie.

Today's Strands Explained

For a deeper understanding of today's puzzle, the following section breaks down how the themed words, the theme, and the clue interrelate.

The clue "Bundle Up" is fitting as it suggests the action of preparing for cold weather by wearing heavy winter clothing. All the themed words - Scarf, Mittens, Jacket, Parka, Gloves, and Beanie - are examples of such winter attire.

Ready to take on the challenge? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on virtually any device with a browser, and start playing today.