Here’s how to master game #260
Following the success of Wordle, Spelling Bee, and Connections, The New York Times has introduced its latest word game: VarietiesThis game is not only entertaining but also mind-bendingly challenging. If you’re stuck, here’s a guide with today’s hints and solutions to help you get back on track.
Game #260: Theme of the Day
The topic of today’s Strands puzzle is “Coming to you live”Hints on topics related to broadcasting.
Hint for game #260
- clue words: Use these to unlock the in-game hint system.
- Spangram signal: the word belongs to sea animals.
- positioning device: The spangram touches the bottom of the sixth column and the top of the first column.
Answers for game #260
The correct answers for today’s game are:
- orca
- dolphin
- seal
- manatee
- walrus
- narwhal
- Spangram: marine mammals
Today’s puzzle features some of the most fascinating creatures of the sea. The lineup included favorites like dolphins, seals and walruses, as well as the mysterious narwhal and gentle manatee. Surprisingly, the whales didn’t make the cut, but all the major marine mammal stars were present.
Difficulty rating and strategy
The difficulty level of this puzzle was medium, especially due to the tricky spelling of some of the words. For example, assembling “ORCA” from the given letters took some patience and logical inference. However, the challenge lies more in getting started than in gaining in-depth knowledge of marine life.
how did you do?
Feel free to share your scores and experiences! Was this topic exciting to you, or did it surprise you?
Missed yesterday’s game?
yesterday’s topic was “Milestones”With words like tower, fort and monument.
If you haven’t tried Strands yet, it’s the latest addition to the NYT Games lineup, available on desktop and mobile. Like Wordle and Spelling Bee, it promises daily entertainment while testing your word skills. Check out our complete guide for tips and strategies to master it!
