Discover Hidden Clues & Solutions | NYT Crossword

Strands presents a new letter grid puzzle featuring seven hidden, thematically linked words. Solving this puzzle requires skill and observation. This guide offers assistance, ranging from subtle hints to complete solutions.

NYT Games Strands Puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025)

The puzzle's clue is "Cold Snap," requiring the discovery of a pangram and six related words.

Hints (Spoiler-Free)

These hints guide you towards the theme without revealing specific words.

Hint 1

Hint 1: Weather conditions.

Hint 2

Hint 2: Low temperatures.

Hint 3

Hint 3: Cold precipitation.

Partial Solutions (Spoilers)

These reveal two words and their placement within the grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sleet

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Flurry

Complete Solution

This section reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their positions.

The theme is "Winter Weather." The words are Drizzle, Flurry, Frost, Blizzard, Snow, and Sleet.

Solution Explanation

This explains the connection between the clue, theme, and words.

"Cold Snap" accurately describes the theme, as it refers to a period of colder weather. The words represent various types of winter weather phenomena.

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