The New York Times has yet another difficult Strands word-search puzzle for fans today, and this one might have you looking for a helping hand.

Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Connections puzzles. Today's Strands puzzle offers up a bunch of fun synonyms for a certain feeling or reaction.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

It's time for the very last New York Times Games Connections of 2024, and you should bring in 2025 with this challenging puzzle game.

The New York Times introduced its first crossword puzzle in 1942, and has since expanded its puzzle offerings. In 2025, the NYT unveiled Strands, a daily puzzle with unique themes, blending elements of Connections,

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.