NYT Strands Today: Hints, Spangram, and Answers for March 17
Hey everyone! Hope you're all having an amazing day. If you're here, you're probably looking for some help with today’s NYT Strands puzzle. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with hints, the spangram, and the answers. But before we dive in—Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you have Irish roots or not, today’s a great excuse to throw on some green, enjoy some traditional food, and maybe sip on a Guinness. And of course, tackle today’s Strands puzzle!
For those who may not be familiar, Strands is the latest word puzzle from the New York Times, a clever twist on the classic word search. Each day, players are given a theme and must uncover words that match it, all hidden within the grid. One of the words, known as the spangram, crosses from one side of the board to the other, providing a crucial hint about the theme. It’s a fun and sometimes challenging game, but that’s what makes it exciting!
Now, onto today’s puzzle. If you want to figure it out on your own, here are three hints to nudge you in the right direction:
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Hint #1: Crushing blow
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Hint #2: Wedding bells
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Hint #3: Chicken strips
Got any ideas? If not, don’t worry—I’ll reveal the spangram in just a moment. Be warned: spoilers ahead!
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The spangram for today is SPOONERISMS . If you’re not familiar with the term, spoonerisms occur when you swap the initial sounds of two words, often creating a humorous effect. For example, “crushing blow” turns into BLUSHING CROW , “wedding bells” becomes BEDDING WELLS , and “chicken strips” transforms into STRICKEN CHIPS . Clever, right?
Here’s the full list of words hidden in today’s Strands grid:
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BLUSHING
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CROW
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BEDDING
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WELLS
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STRICKEN
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CHIPS
I’ll be honest—this one threw me for a loop. I had never really thought about spoonerisms before, so figuring out today’s theme took some extra effort. But once I cracked it, everything fell into place.
So, how did you do? Were you able to solve it without help, or did you need a nudge? Either way, I’d love to hear about your experience! Drop a comment and let me know. And if you enjoy word games, don’t forget to check out my daily Wordle guides, along with insights on TV shows, movies, and video games.
Thanks for stopping by, and I’ll catch you in the next one!
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