NYT Strands: January 8, 2025 Hints and Solutions

Strands is an engaging puzzle game that challenges you to decipher a theme and uncover themed words from a jumbled set of letters, guided by a single clue. Today's puzzle, with the clue "Time for an Upgrade," is particularly tough, featuring challenging words and an elusive hint. If you're struggling, this article provides the help you need to conquer Strands Puzzle #311 on January 8, 2025.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

Need a nudge without the spoilers? Here are three general hints to steer you closer to the theme of today's browser-based puzzle game.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Redo a part of your home.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Revamp your food-making room.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Upgrades you might make to your food-making room.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

Ready for a bit more help but want to avoid non-themed words? Below are two spoilers with screenshots showing where each word fits in the puzzle.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Backsplash

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Oven

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

Ready for the full solution? Below are all the themed words and their positions in the puzzle's letter grid.

The category for today is KitchenRemodel. The words are Oven, Island, Sink, Backsplash, and Countertop.

Today's Strands Explained

"Time for an Upgrade" is an apt clue because all the items listed are components you might replace during a comprehensive kitchen remodel. Each themed word represents a kitchen element that can be upgraded to refresh the entire space.

Interested in playing? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.