NYT Strands Hints

Today's NYT Strands Hints & Answers (Fri, April 4, 2025)

Hints forApril 4, 2025

Here's today's (April 4, 2025) Strands puzzle! This medium-difficulty word search should take around 15 minutes to solve. You're tasked with finding words linked to the clue "Step on it!"—think surfaces you might find underfoot. Keep an eye out for connections between the clue and the theme; patterns could help you uncover hidden words. If you're stuck, here's some hints that might guide you:

  • Think of surfaces where your feet might tread—some are sturdy, others sleek, yet all built to endure.
  • Consider what’s beneath the hustle and bustle, grounding everything from ballrooms to basketball courts.
  • Step into tales of craftsmanship: materials that meld durability with design.
  • Imagine where elegance meets utility: floors that tell stories of tradition, innovation, and style.
  • If life’s a stage, these might just be the very foundation under the spotlight.

Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal

TODAY’S THEME: Step on it!

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