Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Not a good sign" Strands puzzle on Nov 13.
Not a good sign
This word describes a streak of very poor misfortune, often spanning from the top of the grid to the bottom.
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Today's theme 'Not a good sign' touches upon the various omens and superstitions that many people believe bring misfortune. It explores the cultural symbols and common household mishaps traditionally associated with bad omens.
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Strands answer for Not a good sign 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 theme refers to common superstitions and folklore regarding bad omens that people try to avoid in daily life. If you are struggling to identify these negative symbols, check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty lies in identifying the specific household items or numbers that represent misfortune across different cultures. It requires thinking about traditional myths rather than literal signs, so head over to the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram in this puzzle follows a vertical path, connecting two descriptive words that define a period of misfortune. To see exactly how it fits the grid, check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Focus on finding words that describe accidents or specific objects that people are traditionally wary of encountering. Once you find a few of these 'bad' items, the theme becomes clearer; check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
