Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.

If you’re looking for hints and answers for Strands for Sunday, May 4, 2025, read on—I’ll share some clues and tips, and finally the solution to the puzzle with the theme “Star Wars: A New Hope.” For an easy way to come back to our Strands hints every day,

Need some assistance with NYT Strands today? Today's theme — "Star Wars: A New Hope'" — isn't so much a clue as telling you what it's about (albeit, a very specific part of the movie). Below, we've compiled some useful hints for Strands #427,