Hints
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle presents a delightful challenge rooted in the world of jazz. With a theme focused on the iconic Kings of Swing and Bebop, you’ll need to tap into your musical knowledge to uncover the hidden words. If you’re feeling stuck, don’t worry! Here are some helpful hints to guide you toward the answers.
Your main objective is to identify words that connect with the theme, particularly names of legendary musicians. Start by searching for any words with four letters or more. Here are some clue words that can help unlock hints:
CHAD, CHAR, SAID, CANT, CHAW, WARD, FAST, STUD, COAT, LATE, SLATE, INCH, DRAT, DRATS, STAIR, FATE, COTS.
As you find words, you’ll receive hints about the theme words. Keep your focus on those legendary names, as they are crucial for progressing through the puzzle.
Answers
Now, let’s delve into the answers for today’s Strands puzzle. The challenge is to find all of the answers that connect back to our jazz theme. These include a range of important figures in the musical scene and culminate with the spangram, an exciting word that utilizes every letter on the board. Here are the prominent names you’ll need:
- DUKE
- FATS
- HAWK
- COUNT
- DIZZY
- YARDBIRD
- CANNONBALL
The spangram for today is JAZZCATS. To find it, look for the letter “J” on the bottom row, which is three letters to the right, and continue from there.
Fan reactions to today’s puzzle have been a mix of enthusiasm and challenge, particularly with the musical theme. Remember, tapping into your love for jazz may provide the inspiration you need to conquer today’s puzzle. Enjoy the challenge and let the music guide your thoughts!