Need some assistance with NYT Strands today? Today's theme — "What's your reaction?" — seems a little bit vague at first, but is revealed to be pretty clever when you have an answer or two on the board.

The New York Times published its first crossword puzzle, initiating a cultural shift towards puzzle-solving. Over the years, the NYT has introduced various puzzles and games, including the Mini Crossword and the global sensation Wordle.