Strands is released at midnight in your time zone. To accommodate players around the world, we publish two Strands Sidekicks each day, based on Eastern Standard Time. If you find yourself on the wrong Sidekick, check your puzzle’s number, and go to this page to find its corresponding Sidekick post.

The wizard from amika is a true multitasking superstar. It’s a great leave-in conditioner that detangles strands, provides just enough hydration, and smooths hair. It also offers heat protection up to 450 degrees and helps reduce blow-dry time.

Several drivers were stranded along Route 1 in Colonial Heights as storms moving through Central Virginia unleashed torrential downpours that produced flash flooding.

Here's today's Strands answers and hints. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Strands, every day.

Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help and hints for you here.