Today gives fans yet another New York Times Games Strands to ponder over, and this theme will not be an easy one for some players to guess.

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.

The New York Times published its first crossword puzzle, setting a precedent in the industry. This initiative led to the incorporation of other puzzles such as the Mini Crossword and games like Spelling Bee and Wordle.