NYT Reveals Jan. 16's Clues & Solutions

Strands presents another challenging word puzzle! The objective: uncover six themed words from a letter grid, using each letter only once. The theme is revealed through a single clue.

This word search is particularly tricky, even for experienced Strands players. This guide provides hints, spoilers, and solutions to assist you.

NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319, January 16, 2025

Today's clue: Bar Association. Find five themed words and the pangram.

NYT Games Strands Clues

These hints progressively reveal more information without outright spoilers:

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Bar tending activities.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Alcoholic beverages.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Mixed alcoholic drinks.

Spoilers (Two Words)

These spoilers reveal one word and its placement in the grid:

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sidecar

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Martini

Complete Solution to NYT Games Strands Puzzle

Theme: Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, Cosmopolitan, and the pangram.

Puzzle Explanation

The "Bar Association" clue points to the theme: Cocktails. Each word represents a type of cocktail commonly found in a bar.

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