Struggling with today's Wordle, Connections or NYT Strands? These daily NYT Games can be surprisingly tough, but don't worry — we've got your back.
If you could use a few Wordle hints, need help figuring out the Connections categories or are searching for today's NYT Strands answers, you've come to the right place.
Below, you'll find spoiler-free hints for each game to keep things fun without giving too much away. But if you're ready to throw in the towel, you can also scroll down further to see the full Wordle, Connections and Strands answers for Friday, March 7.
Whether you're a Wordle whiz or a Connections connoisseur, we've got everything you need to keep your streak intact. Here are today's hints and solutions.
Wordle hint
If you need help with puzzle #1,357, here's a Wordle hint: You might see these marching in formation… or selling cookies.
Still stuck? Here are a few other helpful clues:
- There is one repeated letter in the Wordle today.
- The Wordle word of the day starts with the letter T.
- Today's Wordle answer contains one of the five main vowels (A, E, I, O, U).
If you're ready to give up, click here to jump to today's Wordle answer.
Connections hints
Looking for a nudge toward the categories for Connections #635 without actual spoilers? Noodle on these Connections hints:
- Level 1 🟨: Slap one of these on to make it official.
- Level 2 🟩: Music history meets movie magic.
- Level 3 🟦: Let's just say, most Canadians won't be visiting these anytime soon.
- Level 4 🟪: Take a bite — just don't expect the spelling to be right.
Once you're ready to call it quits, you can click here to jump to today's Connections answers.
Strands hints
The official theme for NYT Strands #369 is "All decked out."
And here's another (much less official) Strands hint for good measure: Play your cards right.
It may also help to know that today's Strands spangram is vertical, starting from the bottom.
If you need more clues, here are a few unrelated words that can help you unlock hints in the game:
- CHARD
- CRAB
- DARK
- MICE
- PAST
- SPAM
Ready to throw in the towel? Click here to jump to today's Strands answers.
🚨 SPOILERS AHEAD 🚨
If you've tried everything and just can't crack today's Wordle, Connections or NYT Strands, the answers are waiting for you below.
But if you're still working on it, stop scrolling now!
Don't say we didn't warn you.
Wordle answer
Drumroll please...
The answer for Wordle #1,357 is TROOP.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines troop as "a group of soldiers."
Connections answers
- Level 1 🟨: Emblem — LABEL, MARK, SEAL, STAMP
- Level 2 🟩: Subjects of acclaimed musical biopics — BROWN, CASH, DYLAN, MERCURY
- Level 3 🟦: U.S. cities — BUFFALO, HELENA, IRVING, PHOENIX
- Level 4 🟪: Fruits with their second letters changed — AMPLE, DOTE, LUMON, POACH
Strands answers
Today's NYT Strands answers for March 7.
The spangram for NYT Strands #369 is CARD GAMES.
Today's other six theme words are:
- CANASTA
- CRIBBAGE
- EUCHRE
- PINOCHLE
- POKER
- RUMMY
When do NYT Games reset?
A new Wordle, Connections and Strands puzzle goes live every day at midnight in your local time zone.
For the New York Times' crossword suite, including the iconic full daily crossword and the NYT Mini, you can actually play them even earlier (in North America, anyway). These ones are locked to Eastern Time, no matter where you are in the world. The next day's puzzles are typically available by 10 p.m. ET, and the Sunday crossword is released even earlier, at 6 p.m. ET on Saturdays.
Are NYT Games free?
Yep! The daily Wordle, Connections and NYT Strands puzzles are completely free to play on NYT Games app or the Times' website — no New York Times subscription is required.
Other free daily games include the Mini Crossword, Sudoku and Tiles. You can also play the Spelling Bee for free up to the "Solid" ranking.
If you want full access to the Times' larger crossword, the full Spelling Bee and the entire NYT Games archive, you'll need a subscription. NYT Games costs $3 per month or $30 per year.
Happy puzzling!
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