Strands is the New York Times’ latest word game, which has been around for several months now and will hopefully be a long-running one. It can be tricky though, so scroll down to read my tips.
Want more word fun? Check out my Wordle today, NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for tips and answers to these games.
SPOILER ALERT: Information about today’s NYT Strands is below, so don’t read on if you don’t want to know the answers.
NYT Strands today (Game #160) – Clue #1 – Today’s Topic
What is the theme of today’s NYT Strands?
• Today’s NYT Strands topic is… Not just for poking
NYT Strands Today (Game #160) – Clue #2 – Clue Words
Play any of these words to unlock the hint system in the game.
- HOW
- CLICK
- SHOE
- SIZZLE
- WINE
- MINE
NYT Strands Today (Game #160) – Clue #3 – Spangram
What is a clue for today’s spangram?
• Twiggy
NYT Strands Today (Game #160) – Clue #4 – Spangram Position
Which two sides of the board does today’s spangram touch?
First: left, 2nd row
Last: right, 7th row
That’s right, the answers are below, SO DON’T SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT TO SEE THEM.
NYT Strands today (Game No. 160) – the answers
The answers to today’s Strands, Game No. 160, are…
- ICE HOCKEY
- CONTROL
- LIQUORICE
- MEMORY
- TO SWIM
- CINNAMON
- SPANGRAM: STICKS
- My rating: Moderate
- My result: 1 Note
While this Strands puzzle isn’t difficult in itself, I couldn’t get started without a hint; the “Not Just for Poking” theme hint was just too vague. Yes, of course it makes sense in hindsight… but it’s not much use now!
Once I had the first word, HOCKEY, everything was much easier. CONTROL was clearly visible at the bottom of the board, the spangram STICK was also pretty obvious, and at that point it was just a matter of putting words on the board.
How did you do today? Send me an email and let me know.
Yesterday’s NYT Strands Answers (Friday, August 9, Game #159)
- FISH
- WAREHOUSE
- STARGAZING
- FOOD
- HIKE
- BIRD WATCHING
- TO SWIM
- SPANGRAM: OUTDOOR-CAPABLE
What is NYT Strands?
Strands is the NYT’s new word game, following Wordle and Connections. It’s now out of beta, a full member of the NYT games portfolio, and can be played on desktop or mobile at the NYT Games site.
I have a complete guide on how to play NYT Strands with solution tips, so check it out if you’re having trouble solving the puzzle every day.
