We have three different MIXED up versions of USE hidden in the theme answer: SEU, UES, and EUS. Thank you, Noelle, for this enjoyable puzzle.

When I solve a freestyle puzzle, I'm on the lookout for the clue (or clues) that inspired the title. I was intrigued by the title today. RED VELVET happens to be one of my husband's favorite types ...

Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Connections puzzles. If you're looking for today's Wordle ...

Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Connections puzzles. If you're looking for today's Wordle ...

Strands is a brand new daily puzzle from the New York Times. A trickier take on the classic word search, you’ll need a keen eye to solve this puzzle. You start every Strands puzzle with the goal ...

I don’t usually start these posts by highlighting a comment from a reader, and I probably won’t make a habit of it, but I wanted to take a moment to show some appreciation for this one from ...

Our general tips could bring a fresh angle to your guesses, and our hint for the November 12 (1242) puzzle is bound to help. If all else fails, or if you just like the sound of a lightning-fast ...

And if you need more, you've got it. The answer to the November 11 (1241) puzzle is a quick click away. Seeing that first slot turn green straight away gave me the confidence to just go for it ...