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Revealed: The NYT Crossword Cheatsheet for 1/6/25

Author : Nicholas Jan 11,2025

Today's NYT Games Strands puzzle (#309, January 6, 2025) challenges players to decipher a theme from the clue "In Neutral" and uncover seven related words hidden within a letter grid. The puzzle's difficulty is well-known among Strands players. This article provides assistance, ranging from subtle hints to the complete solution.

The puzzle grid and clue: "In Neutral." Seven words are to be found, including a pangram and six themed words.

Hints:

Need a helping hand without spoilers? Here are three general hints:

Hint 1: Consider items that often come in neutral shades.

Hint 2: Focus on colors.

Hint 3: Think of a pale, nearly white color often described as neutral.

Partial Spoilers (One Word Each):

Prefer a single word clue without revealing the entire theme? Here are two:

Spoiler 1: One word is "Cream."

Spoiler 2: Another word is "Eggshell."

Complete Solution:

Ready for the answer? The theme is "Off-White." The words are: Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, and Champagne.

Solution Explanation:

Off-whites are colors that are nearly white but have a subtle tint of another color. These are considered neutral tones. Each themed word represents a different off-white shade.

Enjoy the puzzle! Play Strands on the New York Times Games website on your preferred device.

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