Here are a few hints for the 578th Connections game to get you started: Yellow: Where you might buy something from an independent seller. Green: What you might say to a canine friend. Blue: Divisions within a company. Purple: Key words in a famous song.

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.

Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.