New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 16, 2025
- By Mila
- Mar 17,2025
Strands presents another challenging word puzzle! Your mission: uncover six themed words hidden within a grid, using each letter only once. The theme itself is cleverly concealed within a single clue, adding an extra layer of difficulty.
Even seasoned Strands players might find this puzzle particularly tricky. But don't worry, this guide provides hints, spoilers, and a complete solution to help you conquer this word search challenge.
NYT Games Strands Puzzle #319 - January 16, 2025
Today's Strands puzzle uses the clue "Bar Association." Your objective is to find five themed words and the pangram.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
Need a hint? The following sections offer progressively more explicit clues without revealing spoilers.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Tending a bar.
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Consider the tasks and activities associated with working behind a bar.
General Hint 2
Hint 2: Alcohol.
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The clue directly relates to the types of beverages served in a bar.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Mixed drinks.
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Focus on the specific types of alcoholic beverages prepared and served at bars.
Spoilers for Two of the Words
Stuck? These sections reveal one word and its placement in the grid.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Sidecar
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Spoiler 2
Word 2: Martini
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The Complete Solution
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The theme is Cocktails. The words are Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, Cosmopolitan, and the pangram.
Today's Strands Explained
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The "Bar Association" clue points to the theme of Cocktails, as these are drinks commonly associated with bars.
Ready to test your skills? Play Strands on the New York Times Games website – accessible on most devices with a web browser.
