Solve today's Christmas Eve NYT Games Strands puzzle with this comprehensive guide! Whether you're seeking subtle hints or the complete solution, we've got you covered. This guide contains spoiler-free hints, individual word solutions, a theme explanation, and the full answer.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #296 - December 24, 2024
Today's Strands puzzle clue is Who on Earth...? The puzzle features one pangram and six themed words, totaling seven words to discover.
New York Times Games Strands Hints
Need a nudge without spoilers? These hints point you towards the theme:
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Consider names associated with people inhabiting Earth.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Focus on common given names.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Think of names that also represent natural elements.
Individual Word Spoilers
Need help with specific words? These sections provide one word spoiler each, along with its placement in the puzzle. Only open if you want individual solutions.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Brook
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Willow
Complete Solution to Today's New York Times Games Strands
Ready for the full answer? This section reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their locations in the grid.
The theme is NatureNames. The words are Holly, Willow, Brook, Laurel, River, and Clementine.
Theme Explanation
Still stumped? This section breaks down the connection between the clue, theme, and words.
The themed words are all names that also refer to things found in nature (e.g., River). The clue, "Who on Earth," directly relates to these earthly names.
Ready to play? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website – accessible on most devices with a web browser.
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