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.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.

Today's spangram answer on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, is DOUBLE TROUBLE. Lexi Newkirk and her husband, Diego, are building the house on their 12.5-acre property in Texas