Strands presents a new challenge: unscramble letters within a grid to discover seven themed words based on a single clue. This article provides assistance for those struggling with Strands Puzzle #309 (January 6, 2025).
The clue is "In Neutral." Seven words, including a pangram, are hidden within the grid.
Hints (Spoiler-Free):
Hint 1: Consider items that come in neutral shades.
Hint 2: Focus on colors.
Hint 3: Think of a subtle, neutral color.
Partial Spoilers (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 very close to white but with subtle tints of other colors. These are considered neutral shades. The themed words all represent different off-white colors.
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