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NYT Strands today: Clues, answers, Spangram for March 20, 2025

NYT Strands today: Clues, answers, Spangram for March 20, 2025

TOI Tech Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 20, 2025, 15:00 IST

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The New York Times’ NYT Strands puzzle is the latest addition to their diverse puzzle offerings, challenging players with daily themes to uncover words within a grid. Debuting on February 15, 1942, the NYT crossword legacy continues with popular games like Mini Crossword, Spelling Bee, and Wordle, capturing the interest of puzzle enthusiasts.

NYT Strands today: Clues, answers, Spangram for March 20, 2025

The New York Times debuted its first crossword puzzle on February 15, 1942, in the Sunday Magazine. Created by Charles Erlenkotter and edited by Margaret Farrar, it marked the first major newspaper to feature a crossword. Over time, the NYT has introduced a variety of popular games, including the Mini Crossword in 2014, followed by Spelling Bee, Letter Boxed, and Tiles. In 2022, the NYT released the widely successful Wordle, later adding games like Connections and Strands.
NYT Strands is the newest addition to the NYT puzzle lineup. This captivating daily game challenges players with fresh themes each day, prompting them to discover all the words within the grid. A standout feature is the unique Spangram, which spans across two sides of the board. With its creative twist on word puzzles, Strands quickly gained a loyal following, complementing the NYT’s diverse array of puzzle offerings.

NYT Strands March 20, 2025 – Hints, answers, Spangram

Having trouble solving today’s NYT Strands puzzle? We’re here to help with some easy hints to fuel your curiosity even more. Plus, we’ve got today’s answer waiting for you – just keep reading.

Today's NYT Strands puzzle theme

The theme for today’s Strands is ‘WETLAND PATROL’

Hints for today’s Strands

Below, we’ve shared the hints, answers, and Spangram for today’s NYT Strands puzzle. The hints may give away part or all of the Strands, so proceed with caution. Scroll down to continue:

Hints

Known for pink feathers and standing on one leg.
Large, long-legged bird, often linked with folklore.
Secretive wader, found in reed beds.
Long, curved bill, associated with ancient Egypt.
White heron often seen hunting in shallow waters.
Spoon-shaped bill, found in wetlands.

NYT Strands March 20, 2025 – Hints, answers, Spangram

Spangram for today

WADING BIRD

is the Spangram for today’s NYT Strands puzzle.

Today's Strands’ answers:

FLAMINGO
STORK
BITTERN
IBIS
EGRET
SPOONBILL

What are NYT Strands and how to play the game?

Strands is a puzzle game that blends elements of Connections, Spelling Bee, and classic crossword puzzles. Players are given 48 letters arranged on a 6 x 8-inch grid, along with a daily theme. The goal is to solve the Spangram and uncover all the theme-related words.

To play, connect letters on the grid to form words by dragging your mouse or fingers (on a touchscreen) in horizontal, vertical, or diagonal directions.

Start by identifying the central theme word or Spangram, which will help you understand the puzzle’s theme.

In addition to the Spangram, you must also find other words related to the theme hidden in the grid. Once you’ve uncovered them all, the puzzle is complete.

Tips for solving NYT Strands puzzle

Identify the theme words: Fill in the grid with the theme words. Once found, they will be highlighted in blue and won't overlap with each other.
Find the Spangram: Identify the Spangram, a key part of the puzzle that connects two opposite sides of the grid. It encapsulates the theme and may consist of two words. The Spangram will be highlighted in yellow once you’ve located it.
Take advantage of hints: Pay attention to off-topic words for clues. For every three non-theme words you uncover, letters will be highlighted to give you a hint toward finding a theme word, without directly revealing it.

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