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NYT Games Strands Puzzle #296 (December 24, 2024)
Today's Strands puzzle clue is Who on Earth...? Find one pangram and six themed words (seven total).
New York Times Games Strands Hints
Need a nudge without spoilers? These hints point you toward the theme:
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Names of people who live on Earth.
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Hint 2: Common given names.
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Hint 3: Names that are also natural elements.
read moreWord Spoilers
Stuck on a word? These sections offer individual word solutions and placement screenshots. Only open if you want specific help.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Brook
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Word 2: Willow
read moreComplete Answer
Ready for the full solution? This section reveals all themed words, the pangram, and their grid positions.
Today's theme is Nature Names. The words are Holly, Willow, Brook, Laurel, River, and Clementine.
read moreTheme Explanation
Need a deeper understanding? This section breaks down the clue, theme, and word connections.
The themed words are all Nature Names—given names that also represent things found in nature (like River). The clue, "Who on Earth...?" refers to these earthly names.
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