NYT Strands for January 8 is now available to solve on the outlet’s website and application. Every day, players are provided with a six-by-eight grid and they first have to crack its central theme.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search.

Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints.

Looking for some help with today's NYT Strands? An extra hint and the answers are right here to help you finish the grid.

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