Pick Your Own Prefix – A New Twist in NYT’s Strands Puzzle
Hey everyone! If you're into word games, you’ve probably heard about the New York Times’ latest puzzle, Strands . It’s quickly becoming a favorite among word game lovers, right up there with Wordle , Connections , and Spelling Bee . But today, there’s an interesting twist that’s got people talking – the theme for today’s Strands is "Pick Your Own Prefix." Sounds intriguing, right? Let’s dive into what this means and how it plays out in today’s game.
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For those who aren’t familiar, Strands is a word search-style game where you have to find words that fit a specific theme. The game gives you a 6x8 letter grid, and your job is to identify all the words related to the theme. One special word, called the spangram , connects two opposite sides of the board and serves as a key to understanding the puzzle’s theme.
Now, let’s talk about today’s theme— Pick Your Own Prefix . At first glance, it might sound a little confusing, but it’s actually pretty fun once you get into it. The idea here is that all the theme words share a common prefix, and that’s where the challenge comes in. You need to recognize the base word pattern and figure out which prefix ties them together. It’s a clever linguistic play that makes you think differently about how words are formed.
The spangram for today? BERRIES. That’s right! The words in today’s puzzle all connect to types of berries, like ELDER, STRAW, HUCKLE, BLUE, RASP, SALMON, GOLDEN, and BLACK . And if you’re wondering—yes, salmonberries are a real thing! This puzzle highlights how certain food names evolve and how some words, despite sharing a suffix, might not even be related in origin.
What makes this theme extra fun is that it challenges players to think beyond simple word recognition. It’s not just about spotting words on the board—it’s about understanding patterns, prefixes, and linguistic connections. And let’s be real, it’s always satisfying to crack a puzzle when it seems tricky at first.
So, how did you do with today’s Strands ? Were you able to figure out the common prefix early on, or did it take a few hints to get there? Let me know your thoughts—this game just keeps getting better, and I can’t wait to see what surprises Strands throws at us next!
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