NYT Strands is a word search game by The New York Times in which players uncover words related to a specific theme.

Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help and hints for you here.

The New York Times crossword puzzle can be tough, even if it isn't the Sunday issue! If you're stuck, we're here to help you ...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with KPCC listener Seth Bowling of Long Beach, Calif., and puzzlemaster Will Shortz.