Hints
Today’s NYT Strands puzzle invites a sense of joyous celebration, with the theme revolving around the expression “Yay!!” Expect words tied to happy reactions that will surely put a smile on your face. As you tackle this challenge, remember that some answers may be less common, making your search all the more intriguing.
To unlock hints in the game, focus on discovering words with four letters or more. Every time you identify three such words, Strands reveals a theme word. Here are some key clue words that may help you along the way: HAUTE, PIPE, SOME, HAUT, MEAT, MATE, WHOP, WHOOP. Happy hunting!
Answers
The objective is to uncover all the words associated with the theme, proceeding from the easier terms to the more complex ones. Among the answers you should look for are: BOOYAH, HOORAY, HUZZAH, YIPPEE, WHOOPEE, and AWESOME.
Additionally, every puzzle contains a spangram, which includes every letter on the board. For today’s Strands, the spangram is THATSGREAT. To locate it, start with the “T” positioned three letters to the right in the top row and follow a winding path downwards.
Whether you’re a seasoned solver or new to the game, this puzzle provides a delightful mix of challenge and fun. Join other fans in sharing your favorite strategies and celebrated words that brought you joy today! Be sure to dive into the world of Connections for more engaging content, and explore some puzzle solving help to sharpen your skills.