Early risers strands
Definition
A reference to the theme hint 'Early risers' in the New York Times Strands word puzzle #762, released on April 4, 2026. It alludes to early-blooming spring flowers that pop up before most plants get out of bed.
The theme words in this Strands puzzle are DAFFODIL, CROCUS, HYACINTH, SNOWDROP, and TULIP, connected by the spangram SPRINGBLOSSOM—because nothing says 'morning person' like bulbs that bloom in the chill.
Examples
I solved the early risers strands puzzle so fast, my coffee was still hot—unlike those lazy summer blooms.
Beating early risers strands felt like cheating spring itself; crocuses everywhere, judging my late wake-up.
My botany skills peaked with early risers strands—daffodils dancing across the grid before noon.
Early risers strands had me googling snowdrops at sunrise; who knew flowers could humble a word nerd?