NY Times Unveils Hints for Jan. 6, 2025 Puzzle

Today's NYT Strands puzzle (#309, January 6, 2025) challenges players to decipher a theme from the clue "In Neutral" and locate seven related words within a letter grid. The puzzle includes a pangram and six themed words.

Need a hand? Here are some hints to guide you, without revealing specific words:

General Hints:

Hint 1: Consider things that come in neutral shades.

Hint 2: Think about colors.

Hint 3: Focus on subtle, nearly-white colors.

Partial Solutions (One Word Each):

Spoiler 1: One of the words is "Cream."

Spoiler 2: Another word is "Eggshell."

Complete Solution:

The theme is "Off-White." The words are Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, and Champagne.

Explanation:

Off-whites are colors that are very close to white but have a subtle tint of another color. These muted shades are generally considered neutral colors. Each themed word represents a different off-white hue.

Ready to play? Find the New York Times Games Strands puzzle on their website, accessible on most devices.