Strands presents a new letter grid puzzle featuring seven themed words hidden within seemingly random letters. Solving this puzzle requires keen observation and deduction skills.
This guide provides assistance for Strands puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025), themed "Cold Snap." The puzzle includes a pangram and six themed words.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025)
The puzzle grid for today's challenge.
Hints (Spoiler-Free):
These hints offer clues to the puzzle's theme without revealing specific words.
Hint 1
Consider weather conditions.
Hint 2
Think about cold outdoor temperatures.
Hint 3
Focus on cold precipitation.
Spoilers (Partial Solution):
These sections reveal two words and their placement within the grid. Use cautiously if you need a nudge.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Sleet
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Flurry
Complete Solution:
This section reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their positions in the grid. Use only if completely stumped.
Theme: Winter Weather. Words: Drizzle, Flurry, Frost, Blizzard, Snow, Sleet.
Solution Explanation:
This section explains the connection between the clue, theme, and words.
"Cold Snap" accurately describes the theme, as it refers to a period of colder weather. Each themed word represents a common winter weather phenomenon.
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