NYT Strands Hints

Today's NYT Strands Hints & Answers (Thu, March 20, 2025)


Hints forMarch 20, 2025

Here's today's (March 20, 2025) Strands puzzle! This medium-difficulty challenge should take around 10-15 minutes to solve. You're searching for names of elegant wetland birds, inspired by the clue "Wetland patrol." Think about their graceful presence and habitats—they're key to cracking the theme. Stay sharp, and if you're stumped, we've got some hints to keep you gliding through:

  • Think of creatures that thrive where water meets land, blending elegance and function.
  • Some share their names with musical instruments or tools—listen closely!
  • Florida postcards might feature these long-legged ambassadors.
  • Birdwatchers cherish these marshland waders—patient, poised, and precise.

Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal

TODAY’S THEME: Wetland patrol

WADINGBIRD
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