Struggling with today’s New York Times Strands puzzle? You’re not alone – August 6’s challenge has proven to be a tricky one, especially for those unfamiliar with traditional art themes. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with helpful hints, answers, and a clear breakdown of the puzzle.
Strands Puzzle Theme: “Paint Me a Picture”
The theme for today’s puzzle is “Paint Me a Picture.”
If that’s not quite clicking for you, here’s a more direct clue: Old-fashioned art. Think of objects commonly featured in classical paintings.
How Strands Works (Quick Refresher)
Strands is a sophisticated twist on the classic word search. Players link letters in all directions – up, down, diagonally, or changing directions – to form words. Each puzzle includes:
- A theme tying all the answers together
- A special spangram (a theme-related word or phrase that spans the entire grid)
- A requirement to use every letter in the puzzle
Starter Words to Unlock Hints
To reveal the theme words, start by finding any words of four letters or more. Once you uncover three such words, the game will automatically unlock one theme word.
Here are some starter words that helped unlock today’s hints (though any valid words of 4+ letters will work):
- LEET
- SWEET
- LONE
- HUFF
- FLOW
- FILL
- RIPE
- RIPES
- TRIO
- PILL
- HURT
- TILL
- JEWEL
- RILL
- PITS
Strands Answers for August 6
Here are today’s theme-based answers – each one reflects an object commonly seen in traditional still-life paintings:
- BOOK
- FRUIT
- GUITAR
- JEWELRY
- PITCHER
- SUNFLOWERS
Today’s Spangram: STILL LIFE
The spangram for August 6 is STILL LIFE, a nod to the genre of painting that captures inanimate objects.
Location Hint: Start from the “S” that’s three letters from the right on the top row, then follow the path downward.
Today’s Theme, Explained Simply
All the words in today’s puzzle represent objects often depicted in still-life paintings – a classic genre where artists focus on the detailed depiction of everyday items.
Strands can be a fun, brain-teasing addition to your daily puzzle routine. If today’s puzzle felt particularly challenging, take comfort in knowing that not every solution is obvious at first glance – especially when art is involved!
