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.

Get a nudge in the right direction and keep your winning streak alive (and those bragging rights intact). This guide will give insights on today’s theme, offer hints, and even provide the complete solution. Let’s keep that momentum going and keep you from feeling stranded from today’s Strands.

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Today’s Theme, Explained

Today’s theme is ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’. Expand to see what that means for today’s puzzle.

Each word relates directly to the iconic text thatscrolls up the screen at the beginning of every main Star Wars film.

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Word Hints

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Thefirst wordis used in the iconic phrase to describe a distant past.

Thesecond wordis referenced as a period far removed from the present.

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Thethird wordis a celestial body central to many storylines, like Tatooine or Endor.

Thefourth wordis the vast setting in which the Star Wars saga unfolds.

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Thefifth wordis the authoritarian regime led by Emperor Palpatine.

Thesixth wordis a member of the resistance movement fighting against the oppressive Galactic Empire.

Theseventh wordis the expansive void where starships travel and battles occur.

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Thespangramis the signature text scroll at the beginning of each main Star Wars film.