Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "This is not working" Strands puzzle on Apr 16.
This is not working
This word describes doing something purely for the enjoyment of it, rather than for a paycheck or serious obligation.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution
Today's theme, 'This is not working', is a clever play on words. It refers to activities that you engage in specifically when you are outside of your professional employment or 'not at work'.
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Strands answer for This is not working are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
Strands is a free daily word puzzle from The New York Times. Each day, you get a theme and a letter grid where you must find hidden words. Like Wordle and Connections, it refreshes at midnight with a new puzzle.
You get a 6×8 grid of letters. Find all theme words plus the "spangram" that spans the grid and reveals the theme. Connect letters horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to form words. Find 3 non-theme words to unlock a hint.
This theme isn't about something being broken, but rather about how you occupy your time when you aren't on the clock. Think about the various activities and passions people pursue during their leisure hours to find the Strands Hint for today.
This puzzle can be tricky because the theme title is a double entendre that might lead you toward mechanical failure at first. Once you pivot to the idea of leisure and personal pursuits, the words will become much clearer; check our full guide for the complete Strands Hint.
Focus on finding common synonyms for ' leisure activities' or 'personal pursuits' that you might do on the weekend. Look for longer words that describe things you are passionate about outside of your 9-to-5 job as part of your Strands Hint strategy.
The spangram today connects two sides of the grid, encapsulating the entire spirit of 'play' versus 'work'. To see the exact path and all the letters, visit our detailed Strands Hint page for the full breakdown.
