New York Times launches Strands puzzle with sweet theme and spangram for February 19
The New York Times has introduced a new daily puzzle called Strands, which is a more challenging version of a word search. Players must find hidden "theme words" in a grid by manipulating letters. In Strands, players can earn hints by finding non-theme words. Each puzzle includes a "spangram," a special word that connects two sides of the grid. Today's theme is "Pick your own prefix," with a hint related to small sweet treats. The spangram for today's puzzle is "BERRIES RASP STRAW HUCKLE BLACK SALMON GOLDEN ELDER BLUE." This may assist players in solving the rest of the puzzle.