NYT Strands homescreen on a mobile phone screen, on a light blue background. Looking for a different day? Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. NYT Strands today (game #851) - hint #1 - today's theme What is the theme of today's NYT Strands?