If you’ve arrived here, you’re probably on the lookout for some assistance with **Strands**, the intricate word-search game from the New York Times.
**Strands** reimagines the classic word search experience. Rather than merely identifying words in straight paths, you have the freedom to connect letters in any manner—upward, downward, sideways, or diagonally. What adds to the excitement is that words can veer off in different directions midway through, forming distinct shapes and designs. Each letter in the grid contributes to a solution, and every answer is linked by a central theme. There’s also a unique word or phrase termed the “spangram,” which encompasses the day’s theme and spans the entire grid either horizontally or vertically.
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In contrast to other NYT games such as **Wordle** or **Connections**, **Strands** does not offer a list of words, and the hints are somewhat enigmatic. This increases the difficulty and the time required to play. However, if you find yourself pressed for time or in a bind, we have the hints you require to navigate today’s puzzle.
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[Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 11](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-november-11-2024)
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### NYT Strands Hint for Today’s Theme: “To your health!”
These words are associated with insurance.
### Today’s NYT Strands Theme Explained
The theme pertains to health-oriented professions.
### NYT Strands Spangram Hint: Is it Vertical or Horizontal?
Today’s spangram is vertical.
### NYT Strands Spangram Answer for Today
The spangram for today is **MedicalCareer**.
### NYT Strands Word List for November 11:
– **Nurse**
– **Doctor**
– **Surgeon**
– **Dentist**
– **Pharmacist**
– **MedicalCareer**
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**Not the day you’re looking for?** [Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Strands.](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-november-10)