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 ...

MONDAY PUZZLE — Most crossword themes are just language patterns. Perhaps I shouldn’t say “just” — I’m in awe of the way that ...

As puzzle culture thrives, offerings like the NYT Crossword, both full and Mini, show no signs of slowing down. For seasoned ...