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 NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Sunday, June 1 originally appeared on Parade.

Strands, the newest addition to the New York Times’ growing lineup of daily puzzles, invites players to uncover theme-based words within a six-by-eight letter grid.