Strands Puzzle #311 Solution and Walkthrough (January 8, 2025)
Strands presents a challenging word puzzle: you're given a jumbled letter grid and a single clue, tasked with identifying a theme and locating themed words within the grid. Today's puzzle, with its cryptic clue and difficult vocabulary, proves particularly tricky. This guide offers varying levels of assistance, from subtle hints to complete solutions.
The Puzzle: The clue for NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311 is "Time for an Upgrade." Six words need to be found: a pangram and five themed words.
Hints (Spoiler-Free):
These hints progressively narrow down the theme without revealing specific words:
Hint 1: Redo a part of your home.
Hint 2: Revamp your food-making room.
Hint 3: Upgrades you might make to your food-making room.
Partial Spoilers (One Word at a Time):
These reveal one word and its location within the grid, avoiding other solutions:
Spoiler 1: Word - Backsplash
Spoiler 2: Word - Oven
Complete Solution:
Theme: Kitchen Remodel
The five themed words are: Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
Solution Explanation:
The clue, "Time for an Upgrade," perfectly encapsulates the theme. Each word represents a kitchen element frequently updated during a remodel.
Ready to try another Strands puzzle? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website. The game is accessible on most browsers and devices.
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