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New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 8, 2025

Jan 24,2025 Author: Joshua

Strands Puzzle #311 Solution and Hints (January 8, 2025)

Strands presents a letter-grid puzzle challenge: decipher the theme and locate the themed words within the grid using a single clue. Today's puzzle, themed "Kitchen Remodel," proves trickier than it initially appears. This guide offers hints and solutions to aid your progress.

The Clue: "Time for an Upgrade"

The Goal: Find six words, including a pangram and five kitchen remodel-related words, within the letter grid.

Spoiler-Free Hints:

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

Hint 1: Refurbish a section of your home.

Hint 2: Revitalize your cooking area.

Hint 3: Consider potential improvements for your cooking space.

Partial Spoilers (One Word Each):

These provide one solved word and its location in the grid.

Spoiler 1: Word: Backsplash

Spoiler 2: Word: Oven

Complete Solution:

Theme: Kitchen Remodel

The five themed words are: Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.

Solution Explanation:

The clue "Time for an Upgrade" perfectly encapsulates the theme. Each word represents a kitchen element often replaced during a remodel.

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