Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "It's going down" Strands puzzle on Nov 17.
It's going down
This phrase describes the act of a situation becoming a reality or moving from a possibility to an actual event.
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The theme 'It's going down' suggests that something is unfolding or taking place. It focuses on the various ways we describe an event as it materializes in time.
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Strands answer for It's going down 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 the chronological process of events unfolding in real-time. It suggests a focus on verbs that describe the emergence of a situation. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The vocabulary in today's puzzle primarily focuses on actions and processes rather than objects. You should look for words that describe the flow of time and events. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
This puzzle can be tricky because many of the words have similar meanings and overlapping letters. Success depends on identifying the formal ways we describe occurrences. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram today stretches across the grid, connecting the concept of something becoming real. It bridges multiple sections of the board to define the theme's core action. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
