With the popularity of games such as Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, The New York Times has introduced yet another word puzzle that is fast gaining traction—NYT Strands.

This daily word game, available on the NYT website and app, offers an engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts, featuring unique themes and the much-anticipated "spangram."

Strands has swiftly become a part of many players’ daily routines, with each puzzle lasting only a few minutes but delivering ample excitement.

The latest puzzle, Strands #371 for Sunday, March 9, comes with a fresh challenge for players to decipher, as mentioned in a report by Parade magazine.

How to Play NYT Strands

For those unfamiliar with the game, Strands follows a straightforward yet engaging format.

Players must identify theme words to complete the puzzle grid, with each correctly identified word highlighted in blue. The gameplay mechanics are as follows:

• Drag or tap letters to form words.
  
• If tapping, double-tap the last letter to submit a word.
  
• Words do not overlap; each fits into the grid uniquely.
  
• The challenge includes discovering the "spangram," a word or phrase that represents the puzzle’s overall theme and stretches across the board, connecting opposite sides.
  

For those who find themselves stuck, hints are available. By identifying three non-theme words, players earn clues that reveal letters from one of the theme words.

Today’s Strands Theme: ‘Kitty Corner’

The March 9 puzzle is themed around feline behavior, with the spangram and theme words related to things cats commonly do.

As always, the spangram is the key to unlocking the puzzle’s essence.

Spangram Placement and Hints
For those attempting to solve today’s Strands, here are some pointers:

• Theme Hint: The puzzle revolves around common cat activities.
  
• Spangram Orientation: The answer spans the grid vertically.
  
• Word Placement: The first theme word appears on the left side of the board.
  

To further assist players, the initial two letters of each theme word are provided below:

• PU
  
• HI
  
• SN
  
• ST
  
• SW
  
• BL
  
• PO
  
• CA (Spangram)
  

Today’s NYT Strands Spangram Answer

For those looking for confirmation or unable to solve the puzzle, today’s spangram is CATBEHAVIOR.

NYT Strands Answers for March 9
In addition to the spangram, the following words complete today’s puzzle:

• PURR
  
• HISS
  
• SNUGGLE
  
• STRETCH
  
• SWAT
  
• BLINK
  
• POUNCE
  
• CATBEHAVIOR (Spangram)
  

FAQs

Is NYT Strands available?

The game features a 6x8 grid of letters, challenging players to identify a set of words that share a common theme. A provided clue helps guide you toward the correct connections.

How to play Strands in the New York Times?

The game displays a 6x8 grid of letters, where players must identify a set of words linked by a common theme, guided by a provided clue.