Strands is a challenging word puzzle game. You're given a jumble of letters and a single clue. Your mission? Uncover the theme, find all the themed words, and locate them within the letter grid. Today's puzzle, however, presents a tougher-than-usual challenge, with tricky words and a somewhat cryptic hint.
Need a helping hand? This guide provides assistance for the NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311 (January 8, 2025).
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #311 January 8, 2025
The clue for today's puzzle is "Time for an Upgrade." Six words need to be found: a pangram and five themed words.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
Looking for hints without spoilers? Each section below offers a subtle clue that won't reveal the words themselves, but will nudge you closer to the theme.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Redo a part of your home.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Revamp your food-making room.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Upgrades you might make to your food-making room.
Spoilers for Two Words
Need a little more help? Below are spoilers for two words, along with their locations in the grid.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Backsplash
read moreSpoiler 2
Word 2: Oven
read moreThe Complete Solution
Ready for the full answer? The solution is below.
The category is Kitchen Remodel. The words are Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.
read moreExplanation
Need a breakdown? Find the explanation below.
"Time for an Upgrade" fits perfectly, as these items are commonly replaced during a kitchen remodel. Each word represents a kitchen element that can be updated for a fresh look.
Ready to play? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website – it's playable on most devices with a browser.
