Strands is a puzzle game that offers an engaging challenge for word game enthusiasts. The 6×8 letter grid hides seven words tied together by a common theme, requiring sharp observation. While the rules of Strands may seem simple, today’s puzzle is designed to test even the most experienced players, making it a demanding task.
This article is here to guide you through the puzzle with a variety of helpful resources. You’ll find general hints to point you in the right direction, as well as more specific spoilers for individual words. For those who need it, the full solution is also included to ensure you can complete the puzzle with confidence.
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The NYT Games Strands Ice Packs Puzzle #349 February 15, 2025
The Strands puzzle for today has the clue Ice Packs. It has seven things to find: the Spangram and six themed words.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
The three sections below each contain a little hint about the theme for this free browser-based game. If you want help that won’t spoil any of the words, check these three out.
General Hint 1
General Hint 2
General Hint 3
Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today’s Strands
Each of the two sections holds one of the themed words inside it. Open it up to see what the spoiler is as well as where it goes in this mobile game similar to Wordle.
Spoiler 1
Spoiler 2
The Answer to Today’s New York Times Games Strands Ice Packs
The full solution to today’s NYT Strands puzzle is waiting for you below. Click the “Read More” link to reveal the Spangram, all the themed words, and their exact positions in the letter grid.
Today’s Strands Explained
If today’s New York Times Strands has left you confused after completing it, look below. Inside this expandable section will be a breakdown of how the theme, the Spangram, and the clue all make sense together.
Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Strands website available on almost any device with a browser.
- Released
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March 4, 2024
- Developer(s)
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The New York Times Company
- Publisher(s)
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The New York Times Company