Hints
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle offers a delightful theme centered around carnival attractions, aptly named “Center of Attraction.” It can be a bit tricky, especially if you’re unfamiliar with carnival rides, but fear not! Here are some handy hints to guide your way.
Your goal is to identify hidden words that resonate with today’s theme. If you find yourself stuck, remember that spotting any four-letter words or longer can help unlock essential hints. Use words like MARE, RACE, BLARE, RIDE, or CLEAR. Each trio of found words will nudge the game to reveal one of the theme words, paving the way to unraveling the puzzle.
Answers
Now, let’s dive into the answers for today’s Strands puzzle. You will need to uncover all tie-in words, including the all-important spangram. Here’s your list of answers:
- SLIDE
- TRAIN
- CAROUSEL
- FUNHOUSE
- SCRAMBLER
- Spangram: AMUSEMENTPARK
The spangram, AMUSEMENTPARK, is particularly fun to find! Look for the letter A located three letters up from the bottom in the far-left row, and trace a winding path in the shape of a slide to uncover it.
Puzzle enthusiasts often relish the challenge and satisfaction that comes from untangling these intricacies. Sharing thoughts about your favorite moments from today’s puzzle or what inspired you can enhance the experience. Happy puzzling!