NYT Strands January 8 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
8 January 2025
6 Words
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Today's Theme
"Time for an upgrade"
Spangram
14 letters
Theme Words
5 words
What is NYT Strands?
NYT Strands is The New York Times' captivating word puzzle that combines elements of word search with thematic word finding. Each day presents a 6×8 grid of letters where you must discover all theme words related to a specific clue, plus find the special "spangram" that spans across the grid.
Unlike traditional word searches, Strands words can change direction, creating unique shapes and paths through the grid. The challenge is not just finding words, but understanding how they all connect to the daily theme.
Today's Theme
"Time for an upgrade"
Find 5 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 8 January 2025
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M
O
K
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H
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D
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V
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B
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S
P
L
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Step-by-Step Hints for 8 January 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"Time for an upgrade"
All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!
Spangram Hints
Length & Position
14 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side
Letter-by-Letter Reveal
K____________L
Theme Words (5 words)
All of these words relate to: "Time for an upgrade"
10 letters: B ________ H
10 letters: C ________ P
6 letters: I ____ D
4 letters: O __ N
4 letters: S __ K
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Complete Solution for 8 January 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
KITCHENREMODEL
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "Time for an upgrade"
BACKSPLASH
COUNTERTOP
ISLAND
OVEN
SINK
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UDON
UDOS
UNCAP
UNCO
UNCOIL
UNCOILED
UNCOILS
UNCONSOLED
UNCOS
UNCTION
UNCTIONS
UNTIL
UNTILE
UNTILED
UNTIN
UNTINS
UNTIRED
UNTO
UNTRAINED
UNTREAD
UNTREADS
UTERI
UTTER
UTTERANCE
VENT
VENTER
VENTS
VETCH
VETCHIER
VETS
VILE
VILER
VINO
VINOS
VINS
VIOL
VIOLA
VIOLAS
VIOLENCE
VIOLER
VIOLET
VIOLIN
VIOLINS
VIOLIST
VIOLS
VIRAL
VIRANDO
VIRANDOS
VIRE
VIRED
VIRELAI
VIRELAIS
VIRL
VIRLS
VIRTU
VIRTUAL
VIRTUE
VIRTUOSA
VIRTUS
VISON
VISONS
VISOR
VISORED
VITE
VITRAIL
VITRAIN
VITRAINS
VOILA
VOILE
VOLA
VOLAE
VOLAR
VOLE
VOLED
VOLET
VOLS
1670
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
12
Longest Word
1676
Total Words
💡 Pro Tip
In NYT Strands, finding 3 non-theme words unlocks a hint that highlights letters for a theme word. Use these bonus words strategically when you're stuck!
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