NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 4, 2025

Struggling to find your footing? These hints will take you in the right direction:
Hint 1: A robust origin, frequently found in sidewalks and basements.
Hint 2: A mosaic-like floor that shines with heritage.
Hint 3: A cosy favourite discovered in living rooms and cabins.
Hint 4: A smooth, timeless surface crafted from linseed oil.
Hint 5: An inexpensive, contemporary alternative that reproduces the authentic article.
Want to collect clue tokens prior to embarking? Try entering words like:
NEARER, DOTE, DRAIN, WHERE, METAL, RAIL, TEAM, MALE, LAME
Today’s Spangram: FLOORING
At the center of today’s puzzle is the spangram FLOORING, tying all the answers together and pointing directly toward . It’s the scientific thread that ties the puzzle together, reminding solvers to glance not forward, but downward.
All the Answers to Strands #397
Still stuck? Here are all six words uncovered in today’s puzzle:
FLOORING (spangram)
CONCRETE: Tough and reliable
TERRAZZO: Ornate and ageless
HARDWOOD: Cozy and traditional
LINOLEUM: Old-fashioned but green
LAMINATE: Classy and budget-friendly