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.

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Today's spangram answer on Saturday, February 22, 2025, is TRAFFICJAM. Snag noise-canceling AirPods for a rare $149 and a cozy Eddie Bauer throw blanket for $14 (nearly 70% off), to name a few. The "Zero Day" star and "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert let a haunting silence hang in the air for several seconds.