Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Put down your ruler" Strands puzzle on May 22.
Put down your ruler
This phrase is a simple three-word exclamation used when something is remarkably large in size or scale.
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Today's theme, 'Put down your ruler', suggests that the items you are looking for are far too large for standard measurement. It focuses on words that describe things of incredible scale and magnitude.
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Strands answer for Put down your ruler 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 Strands Hint points toward the idea of immeasurability. The NYT Strands puzzle today involves concepts that exceed the limits of ordinary tools. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty level depends on your vocabulary for synonyms of grandiosity. Many players find this NYT Strands challenge rewarding as it uses very descriptive adjectives. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram typically stretches across the grid to touch two opposite sides, defining the 'Put down your ruler' theme. Look for a common phrase that emphasizes size. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Focus on finding long adjectives that highlight extreme dimensions. Once you find one or two larger words, the remaining board space for this Strands Hint becomes much clearer. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
