New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 16, 2025

Strands presents another challenging puzzle grid where players must uncover six themed words using a single clue. The game requires you to deduce the theme and locate all the words within the grid, ensuring each letter is used only once. This can be particularly tough, even for seasoned players familiar with Strands' rules. But don't worry, this article is here to guide you with general hints, spoilers, and more to help you conquer today's puzzle.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319 January 16, 2025

Today's Strands puzzle clue is "Bar Association." You need to find six items: five themed words and the Spangram.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

For hints without full spoilers, explore the three sections below. These hints become more specific as you progress, but won't give away the answers outright.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Tending a bar.

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Hint 2: Alcohol.

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Hint 3: Mixed drinks.

read moreSpoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If you need a little more help, the following sections reveal two words from today's puzzle, along with screenshots showing their placement in the letter grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sidecar

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Word 2: Martini

read moreThe Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

Unlock the full solution to today's New York Times Games Strands puzzle below. You'll find all the themed words, the Spangram, and their placements within the grid.

Today's category is Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, and Cosmopolitan.

read moreToday's Strands Explained

If you're struggling to understand how the puzzle works, the section below provides a detailed explanation of how today's puzzle pieces fit together.

The theme is Cocktails, which ties into the clue "Bar Association." All the themed words are cocktails you might order at a bar.

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