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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.
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Today’s Theme, Explained
Today’s theme is ‘American beauty’. Expand to see what that means for today’s puzzle.
The theme refers tostunning natural landscapes found across the United States.

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Thefirst wordis a rock formation with a curved opening.
Thesecond wordis a type of tree famous for its impressive height and longevity.
Thethird wordis a giant cactus found in the Sonoran Desert.
Thefourth wordis a massive, slow-moving river of ice that shapes the landscape.
Thefifth wordis a term for rugged terrain with dramatic erosion patterns, often found in the U.S. Midwest.

Thespangramis a term encompassing protected natural areas designated for preservation and recreation.

