Strands #311 (January 8, 2025): Kitchen Remodel Puzzle Solved
Strands presents a challenging word puzzle: decipher the theme and locate the themed words within a letter grid, using only a single clue. Today's puzzle, with its cryptic hint, proves particularly tricky. Need help? This guide provides hints and solutions without spoiling the entire experience.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311
The clue for today's puzzle is "Time for an Upgrade." Six words are hidden, including a pangram and five theme-related words.
Hints (Spoiler-Free):
Three hints gradually reveal the puzzle's theme without giving away specific words:
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Home renovation focus.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Kitchen makeover.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Common kitchen upgrade components.
Partial Solutions (With Spoilers for Two Words):
If you need a little more direction, here are two solved words with their locations:
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Backsplash
Spoiler 2
Word 2: Oven
Complete Solution:
Ready for the full answer? The theme is revealed below:
The category is Kitchen Remodel. The words are Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
Solution Explanation:
The clue "Time for an Upgrade" fits perfectly because these are all common kitchen elements often replaced during a remodel. Each word represents a part of the kitchen that can be updated for a fresh look.
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