If you’re here, it’s likely that you’re seeking assistance with Strands — The New York Times’ innovative take on the classic word search puzzle.

Strands invites players to discover words concealed within a grid, but with a distinctive twist: you can create words by linking letters in any direction — upwards, downwards, sideways, or diagonally — and they can even switch directions mid-word. Every letter in the grid contributes to a solution, and all the words relate to a shared theme. Additionally, each puzzle features a unique word or phrase known as the “spangram,” which embodies the day’s theme and stretches across the grid either horizontally or vertically.

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Differing from Wordle or Connections, Strands doesn’t provide a specific list of words to uncover. Instead, it presents a vague clue, adding an extra layer of challenge and time investment — ideal for those who appreciate a mental challenge.

If you find today’s puzzle perplexing or simply lack the time to solve it, we have you sorted with all the hints and solutions for today’s NYT Strands.

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Today’s NYT Strands Theme Hint: Draft picks
Hint: The words are all associated with drinks.

Theme Explained:
All the words in today’s puzzle pertain to beer.

Spangram Direction:
Today’s spangram stretches horizontally across the grid.

Spangram Answer:
The spangram for April 15 is: Microbrewery

Word List for April 15 Strands Puzzle:

– Bock
– Sour
– Regal
– Lager
– Stout
– Pilsner
– Porter
– Microbrewery
– Nitro

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Missed a day? Find the April 14 Strands puzzle solution here.