Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "It's like talking to a brick wall" Strands puzzle on Jul 03.
It's like talking to a brick wall
This compound phrase describes a person or object that is completely immobile or refusing to move an inch from their position.
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Today's theme, "It's like talking to a brick wall," refers to the frustrating experience of dealing with someone who refuses to change their mind. It focuses on the various ways we describe a person who is exceptionally set in their ways.
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Strands answer for It's like talking to a brick wall 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 a specific human behavior where someone is completely unresponsive to persuasion. Think about synonyms for being unshakeable or refusing to compromise in any situation. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty of this Strands Hint lies in the length of the academic adjectives used to describe a certain stubborn trait. If you find yourself stuck on the longer words, try looking for common prefixes or suffixes associated with persistence. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
As with many puzzles under this type of theme, the spangram usually spans across the entire board to represent its unyielding nature. Keep an eye out for a two-word phrase that reflects a state of total stillness. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Start by identifying shorter synonyms for 'rigid' and then expand your search to more formal terms for being headstrong. Connecting these related personality traits will help you clear the board efficiently. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
