Hints
Today’s NYT Strands puzzle has a unique theme: Just a dusting. At first glance, the puzzle may seem challenging, but once you grasp the concept, you’ll find the answers starting to flow.
If you’re feeling a bit blocked, here are some category-based hints to guide you through the puzzle:
Think about fine, dry particles that fit the theme. Here are a few words you might want to explore: BASE, SAIL, THING, and SALT. Any of these words adds to your growing knowledge and could unlock even more hints.
When playing, remember that finding three words of four letters or more can help reveal the essential theme words. The more you discover, the clearer the connections become.
Answers
Now, onto the full answers that tie into today’s theme. The main goal is to uncover them all, including the elusive spangram:
The answers you’re seeking include: BABY, CHILI, COCOA, BAKING, TALCUM, ITCHING, BLASTING.
And don’t forget the spangram, which is POWDERS. To locate it, start with the letter P located five letters down on the far-right column and work your way across.
With a strategic approach and these clues, you should be well on your way to conquering today’s puzzle. Happy solving!