Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Aug 08's puzzle
Strands Theme of Aug 08 is:
This word describes a massive amusement park attraction that features steep drops and tight turns.
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Today's theme, "It has its ups and downs," points toward a physical experience defined by gravity and momentum. Think of things that move along a specific path with varying heights and speeds.
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Strands answer for It has its ups and downs 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 suggests a focus on objects or machines designed for vertical movement and excitement. Think about engineering marvels that take you on a journey through different heights and orientations. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
While the phrase is often used for life's challenges, this NYT Strands puzzle takes a much more literal approach to mechanical motion and track-based experiences. Look for structural features that define a specific type of ride. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty lies in identifying specific technical terms for track maneuvers and layouts that you might see at a theme park. Focusing on the shape of the path will help you uncover the NYT Strands answers. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram for this theme stretches across the grid, mirroring the long, winding nature of the machine it describes. Look for a word that connects two sides of the letter board. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.