If you’re finding it hard to spot words in NYT’s latest word game, check out these Strands hints today. Strands continues to attract players looking for a challenging twist on classic word puzzles. If you’re struggling with Strands #283, we’ve got you covered. Below are hints, answers, and the Spangram for January 2, 2025.
Today’s Strands Theme:
The theme for today’s Strands is: Super Bowl
NYT Strands Hint for Today:
Spangram hint: A kind of broth made from the meat of a domestic fowl with various other ingredients.
Once you’ve identified the Spangram, finding today’s theme words becomes easier. If you’re still stuck, check out the following hints for two of today’s theme words:
Hint #1: A vegetable with long light-green stems, often used in salads or soups; starts with “C” and ends with “Y.”
Hint #2: The long orange root of a plant that is eaten as a vegetable; starts with “C” and ends with “S.”
Strands Spangram Position: Is It Vertical or Horizontal?
The Spangram for today’s Strands is primarily VERTICAL.
- First letter: Column 3, Row 1
- Last letter: Column 3, Row 8
Today’s Strands Spangram Answer:
The Spangram answer for today’s Strands #283 is: Chicken Soup
Today’s Strands Answers:
Here are the answers for today’s NYT Strands:
- STOCK
- PEPPER
- CELERY
- NOODLES
- CARROTS
- ONIONS
Reflections on Today’s Puzzle:
Today’s puzzle revolved around the comforting and hearty theme of chicken soup, perfect for the winter season. I started by spotting STOCK, which hinted at the broader theme. CELERY and PEPPER came next, confirming the direction. Finally, after identifying the Spangram, finding the remaining words like CARROTS and NOODLES was smooth sailing.
Conclusion:
Today’s NYT Strands was a warm and flavorful puzzle that reminded us of the joys of a comforting bowl of soup. Whether you found the Spangram right away or took some time piecing together the theme words, it was a satisfying game to kick off the new year.
How did today’s game pan out for you? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and come back tomorrow for another fun challenge!