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moving mountains strands
/ˈmuːvɪŋ ˈmaʊntənz strændz/
Definition
1
A specific puzzle theme from the New York Times 'Strands' game featuring words and phrases related to overcoming significant trials, difficult challenges, or arduous obstacles.
2
A metaphorical reference to persistence or the Herculean effort required to accomplish something seemingly impossible.
Examples
I spent three hours 'moving mountains strands' just to find out the spangram was something I could have guessed in five minutes.
Trying to explain the rules of NYT Strands to my grandmother is truly moving mountains, especially when she insists 'cat' is a theme word.
My morning routine now consists of coffee, breakfast, and moving mountains strands, in that specific order of priority.