Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Changing course" Strands puzzle on Oct 06.
Changing course
This playful phrase describes a classic deceptive tactic where one thing is swapped for another at the last second.
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Today's theme 'Changing course' suggests a sudden shift or a complete reversal in direction. Think about actions someone might take when they decide to go back on a decision or move in the opposite way.
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Strands answer for Changing course 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.
The 'Changing course' theme explores the vocabulary of transformation and redirection. This Strands Hint encourages you to look for terms that describe doing a complete 180-degree turn in thought or action. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Today's spangram is a long, multi-word colloquialism that spans across the board. If you're stuck, focus on the theme of substitution or trickery to reveal the path. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
This NYT Strands puzzle features a mix of standard action verbs and longer compound words related to undoing an action. Look for prefixes that denote repetition or reversal. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
While the spangram can take many paths, in this 'Changing course' puzzle, it weaves through the center to connect the two sides of the grid. It perfectly mirrors the theme of switching directions. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.