Strands has a whole new puzzle for New York Times puzzle game fans today. If you love word searches and are looking for one that is sure to challenge you, you have come to the right puzzle. However, it can get a little too challenging sometimes, even for someone who knows the rules of how to play Strands and the types of categories this game can have.

For those who need a little help today, you can find it in the article below in the form of general hints, word spoilers, the full answer, and even an explanation for how the Spangram, the themed words, and the clue all fit together.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #56 for April 28, 2024

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This puzzle contains seven items to find: one Spangram and six themed words. The clue for today's Strands is Coming Clean.

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New York Times Games Strands Clues

If you are looking for help with this PC puzzle game, but you don't want any of the words spoiled for you, you won't be able to use the in-game hint system. So below, there are three general clues to the puzzle to help you out.

General Hint 1

General Hint 2

General Hint 3

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If you would like to see two of the words from this internet browser puzzle game, you can see them below. Each of the expandable sections in this category have one word in them along with that word's position in the puzzle.

Spoiler 1

Spoiler 2

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

Want to see the full spoiler for this relaxing puzzle game? You can find all the answers and the Spangram in the expandable section below.

Today's Strands Explained

Today's puzzle too confusing? If you are looking for a full explanation for this puzzle, you can find it below.

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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Released
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