Unlock Hints and Answers for New York Times Strands (Jan 6, '25)

Strands presents a new challenge: unscramble letters within a grid to reveal seven themed words. The clue, "In Neutral," unlocks the puzzle's theme. This guide provides assistance, ranging from general hints to the complete solution.

NYT Games Strands Puzzle #309 (January 6, 2025)

The puzzle features the clue "In Neutral," requiring the discovery of seven words, including a pangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Hints

Need help without spoilers? These three hints offer general guidance towards the puzzle's theme:

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Consider items commonly described as neutral.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Think about colors.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Focus on subtle, nearly white colors often classified as neutral.

Partial Solution Spoilers

These sections reveal single words without compromising the entire solution:

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Cream

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Eggshell

Complete Solution to Today's New York Times Games Strands

The solution is revealed below:

The theme is "Off-White." The words are: Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, and Champagne.

Solution Explanation

Still puzzled? Here's a detailed explanation:

Off-whites are colors very close to white but with subtle tints of other colors. These are considered neutral tones. Each themed word represents a different off-white shade.

Play Strands on the New York Times Games website, accessible on most devices with a browser.