Strands is a unique word search game where words can change direction, creating quirky shapes and patterns.

Strands is a unique word search game where words can change direction, creating quirky shapes and patterns.

Strands requires you to find all the words in the grid, including the "spangram," which spans the entire grid.

 Strands requires you to find all the words in the grid, including the "spangram," which spans the entire grid.

 Here's a hint to help you get started on today's puzzle.

 Here's a hint to help you get started on today's puzzle.

A specific hint for the first word or a general hint for the puzzle.

 A specific hint for the first word or a general hint for the puzzle.

Another hint to help you progress.

 Another hint to help you progress.

A third hint, if needed.

 A third hint, if needed.

A hint for the spangram, if applicable.

 A hint for the spangram, if applicable.

 The first word or a few words.

 The first word or a few words.

The remaining words, including the spangram.

 The remaining words, including the spangram.

Want more Strands challenges? Visit the New York Times website to play today!

 Want more Strands challenges? Visit the New York Times website to play today!