Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.

The New York Times introduced its first crossword puzzle, edited by Margaret Farrar. Over the years, it expanded its offerings with games like the Mini Crossword, Spelling Bee, and the newly acquired Wordle.

There is a grid filled with seeming random letters filled with hidden Strands words, but they are a mystery until you ponder them out.