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Today’s NYT Strands hints are straightforward if you’re a climber. Strands, the New York Times’ advanced word-search game, adds a twist to the typical word search. Words can be formed from connected letters — in any direction — often resulting in unusual shapes and arrangements. Each letter in the grid contributes to a solution. A theme connects each answer, alongside the “spangram,” a standout word or phrase embodying the day’s theme, spanning the grid horizontally or vertically.
Strands provides a compelling challenge by offering an ambiguous hint without a word list, making the game more demanding compared to others like Wordle and Connections. If you’re stuck or pressed for time with today’s puzzle, we offer the tips you need to advance at your own speed.
NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: On the rise. The words are related to ascension.
Today’s NYT Strands theme is about inclines.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal? Today’s NYT Strands spangram is horizontal. Today’s spangram is Higher Ground.
NYT Strands word list for May 19:
– Mound
– Hummock
– Hill
– Slope
– Butte
– Ridge
– Knoll
– Higher Ground
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