NYT Strands Hints

Today's NYT Strands Hints & Answers (Fri, April 18, 2025)

Hints forApril 18, 2025

Here's today's (April 18, 2025) Strands puzzle! This moderately challenging word hunt should take around 15 minutes to complete. You're searching for board game components scattered across the grid. Keep the clue "On the board" in mind—it’s a clever hint connecting all the theme words. Sharpen your focus on game-related items to spot the spangram. Ready to dive in? Here's:

  • Think of classic games where strategy and pieces matter—some might require a sharp move, others a calculated placement.
  • Board configurations often hide clues; observe patterns that resemble familiar gameplay setups.
  • Tokens, tiles, or figures—what tangible elements make these games come alive?
  • Knights and battleships might not share a battlefield, but they do share a certain playfulness.
  • Domino effects unfold when connections are aligned; could this logic apply here?

Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal

TODAY’S THEME: On the board

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