Strands has a whole new puzzle for word-puzzle fans to ponder over today. In order to win this challenging puzzle game, you'll need to know more than just the rules of how to play Strands; you'll also need to know about the category of the themed words without knowing what that theme is ahead of time. Finding all the words in the game is challenging, as you have to use all the letters without any overlapping. If you are stuck on today's puzzle and want a little help, you aren't alone. This article contains clues, spoilers, and even an explanation of the puzzle.

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The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #49 for April 21, 2024

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This puzzle's clue is That's Life! It contains seven themed words and one Spangram, meaning you have eight things to find in the letter grid.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

If you are looking for some general hints to this challenging puzzle game, you can find them in the expandable sections below. Each one has just one clue inside to help you get closer to the answer.

General Hint 1

General Hint 2

General Hint 3

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If a couple of word spoilers would help, check out the two sections below. Each has just one themed word from the puzzle along with its position in this relaxing puzzle game.

Spoiler 1

Spoiler 2

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

Looking for the full answer to the New York Time Games Connections puzzle? Check out the expandable section below to see the Spangram, all the themed words, and their positions in the letter grid.

Today's Strands Explained

Today's clue, themed words, and Spangram don't all make sense together? Check out the explanation below to see what it all means together.

Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Strands website available on almost any device with a browser.

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Strands
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March 4, 2024
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WHERE TO PLAY

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Developer(s)
The New York Times Company
Publisher(s)
The New York Times Company
Platform(s)
Web Browser
Genre(s)
Puzzle