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NYT ‘Strands’ Today: Hints, Spangram and Answers for Friday, May 2nd
As the week comes to a close, I’m excited to provide you with today’s hints, spangram, and answers for NYT Strands. Before we dive in, I’d like to take a moment to appreciate the wonderful puzzle community that has grown around this game. Your enthusiasm and creativity are truly inspiring!
Now, let’s get started! Today’s theme is “What a thrill!” (or should I say, “What a trill!”). The moment I saw this phrase, I knew we were in for a thrilling challenge.
Here are some hints to help you solve today’s grid:
* HINT : Avian creatures.
* Clue: Of a more musical variety.
* First two letters of each word: CH SP LA WR CA WA SO
With these clues and hints, I’ll give you a little nudge by sharing the first two letters of each word. Remember, spoilers ahead!
As we solve today’s puzzle, please feel free to reach out on Twitter or Facebook if you need any help or just want to share your thoughts.
Now, here are the answers:
**Today’s spangram: SONGBIRDS**
And here is the complete list of words:
* CHICKADEE
* SPARROW
* LARK
* WREN
* CARDINAL
* WARBLER
If you’d like to see a breakdown of how I approached this puzzle, please check out my previous article.
As I always say, solving puzzles is all about experimentation and creativity. Don’t be afraid to try new approaches or think outside the box!
What did you make of today’s challenge? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/2025/05/01/nyt-strands-today-hints-spangram-and-answers-for-friday-may-2nd/
