NYT Strands Hints

Today's NYT Strands Hints & Answers (Wed, April 2, 2025)


Hints forApril 2, 2025

Here's today's (April 2, 2025) Strands puzzle! This light-filled challenge is medium-difficulty and should take around 10 to 15 minutes to complete. You're searching for vibrant words connected by the clue "Shine on," so think about glowing, sparkling, and radiant things. Look closely—strategy lies in recognizing the variety of ways light manifests. Ready to dazzle your way through? Here's:

  • Think of moments that make stars in the sky wink and city lights flicker.
  • Consider things that dazzle your senses or sparkle in prized heirlooms.
  • Imagine the glow after sunsets or radiance during grand celebrations.
  • Channel the shimmer of Hollywood glamour or the gleam of daybreak dreams.

Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal

TODAY’S THEME: Shine on

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