New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 8, 2025
Strands Puzzle #311 Solution and Walkthrough (January 8, 2025)
Strands presents a challenging word puzzle: given a letter grid and a clue ("Time for an Upgrade"), players must identify the theme and find the themed words within the grid. This particular puzzle, #311, proves particularly tricky. This walkthrough provides assistance without completely spoiling the solution.
The Puzzle:
The image below shows the letter grid for Strands puzzle #311.
Hints (Spoiler-Free):
These hints progressively narrow down the theme without revealing specific words:
- Hint 1: Redo a part of your home. (Image:
) - Hint 2: Revamp your food-making room. (Image: )
- Hint 3: Upgrades you might make to your food-making room. (Image: )
Partial Spoilers (One Word at a Time):
For those needing more guidance, here are two words with their locations in the grid:
- Spoiler 1: Word: Backsplash (Image:
) - Spoiler 2: Word: Oven (Image:
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Complete Solution:
Ready for the full answer? The theme is Kitchen Remodel. The words to find are: Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
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Explanation:
The clue "Time for an Upgrade" fits perfectly with the theme, as these are all kitchen components frequently replaced or updated during a remodel.
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Play Strands:
Enjoy the challenge! You can play Strands on the New York Times Games website on various devices.
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