Overview

• The New York Times has launched 'Strands', a new daily puzzle game that reimagines the classic word search format.
• Players must find themed words and a special 'spangram' that links two opposite sides of the board.
• The puzzle's difficulty varies daily, with some days featuring synonyms, homophones, or phrases.
• Hints are available after finding three valid non-theme words, aiding players in solving the puzzle.
• The game is currently in beta, with its continuation dependent on daily player engagement.