Daily Hints and Solutions From The New York Times

Today's NYT Games Strands Puzzle (#309, January 6, 2025) challenges players to uncover seven themed words within a letter grid, using the clue "In Neutral." This article provides assistance, ranging from general hints to the complete solution.

The puzzle grid and the clue "In Neutral" are shown above.

Hints & Clues:

Need a nudge? These spoiler-free hints point towards the puzzle's theme:

Hint 1: Consider items often described as neutral in color.

Hint 2: Focus on colors.

Hint 3: Think of a pale, almost-white color often considered neutral.

Partial Solutions (Spoilers):

Prefer a bit more guidance without revealing the entire solution? Here are two words:

Word 1: Cream

Word 2: Eggshell

Complete Solution:

Ready for the answer? The theme is "Off-White" colors. The seven words are: Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, Champagne, and the pangram.

Explanation:

Off-white colors are shades that are very close to white but have a subtle tint of another color. These are often considered neutral tones. The puzzle words all represent different off-white hues, fitting the "In Neutral" clue.

Enjoy the puzzle! Play Strands on the New York Times Games website.