New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 6, 2025

Strands presents a new challenge: a letter grid concealing a scrambled collection. Success hinges on deciphering the theme from a single clue and uncovering seven themed words within the grid.

Experienced Strands players know the difficulty this game can present. Need assistance? This guide offers various levels of help, from subtle hints to the complete solution.

NYT Games Strands Puzzle #309, January 6, 2025

Today's Strands puzzle clue is "In Neutral." Seven words are to be found: a pangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

Seeking assistance without spoilers? These three hints provide general guidance towards the puzzle's theme.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Consider items that exist in neutral variations.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Think about colors.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Focus on a subtly colored, neutral shade.

Spoilers for Two Words

These sections offer individual word spoilers, avoiding the need to expend in-game hints.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Cream

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Eggshell

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

The complete solution is revealed below.

The theme is "Off-White." The words are Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, and Champagne.

Today's Strands Explained

Still puzzled after solving? This section explains the theme, words, and clue's connection.

Off-whites are near-white shades with subtle color tints, considered neutrals. Each themed word represents a different off-white color.

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