Navigating the twists and turns of today’sStrandspuzzle proving to be a challenge? No worries! If you find yourself scratching your head over a particularly tricky word, or if you’re at a loss for the entire solution, we’ve got you covered as your linguistic life raft.

Get a nudge in the right direction and keep your winning streak alive (and those bragging rights intact). This guide will give insights on today’s theme, offer hints, and even provide the complete solution. Let’s keep that momentum going and keep you from feeling stranded from today’s Strands.

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Today’s Theme, Explained

Today’s theme is ‘Tap to play’. Expand to see what that means for today’s puzzle.

The theme is misleading today. It seems like it’s referring to mobile games, but in fact, it’s referring toa physical game you can play with a club and a small ball.The words areobstacles you may find whilst playing that game.

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Thefifth wordis a grand fortification from a bygone era.

Thesixth wordis a structure with rotating sails.

Thespangramis a small version of a game played with a club.

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Strands answers for May 9, 2024.