Strands has a whole new puzzle for those who like a challenge. In the grid of seemingly-random letters, you can find a slew of themed words, but you aren't given any of those words or the theme ahead of time.

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.