Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Hardly eager" Strands puzzle on Aug 30.
Hardly eager
This phrase is a polite but firm way to decline an invitation or suggestion, consisting of three short words joined together to stretch across the grid.
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Today's theme 'Hardly eager' focuses on various ways to express a lack of enthusiasm or a refusal to participate. It explores the vocabulary of hesitation and the subtle differences between being unsure and being completely opposed.
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Strands answer for Hardly eager 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 feelings of hesitation and non-committal attitudes. It covers a range of synonyms for being unenthusiastic about a task or proposal. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
You should focus on formal vocabulary that expresses a sense of being against a certain action. Many of these words are multi-syllable adjectives used in professional or polite refusal. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty lies in identifying specific academic terms for reluctance that we don't always use in casual conversation. Once you find one or two synonyms for 'unwilling', the rest will fall into place. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram for today's theme follows a winding path that connects two sides of the grid, representing a common phrase for turning something down. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
