These Are the 5 Toughest Puzzles So Far. Hint for today's Strands puzzle. Today's Strands theme is: Get smart. If that doesn't help you, here's

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.

Looking for some help with today's NYT Strands? An extra hint and the answers are right here to help you finish the grid.