How to play NYT Strands?

NYT Strands is a word-finding puzzle where you connect letters on a grid to form words. Find all the theme words that relate to the given clue, plus the special "spangram" word that spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side. Words are formed by connecting adjacent letters (including diagonally).

What is a spangram in NYT Strands?

A spangram is a special word that spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side. It's usually longer than the theme words and often provides a hint about the puzzle's theme. Finding the spangram can help you identify the other theme words.

How many theme words are there?

NYT Strands typically has 6-8 theme words plus the spangram. All theme words relate to the given clue. Once you find all theme words and the spangram, any remaining letters should form additional valid words.

What are the best strategies for solving NYT Strands?

Start by looking for the spangram as it often reveals the theme. Look for common word patterns and endings. Think about the theme clue both literally and figuratively. Use the hint system if you find non-theme words. Work systematically from corners and edges.

NYT Strands#705

Friday, August 22, 2025

Medium Daily Puzzle

NYT Strands August 22 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer

Find all theme words and the spangram in today's letter grid. Need help? Use our step-by-step hints below!

Game Type

NYT Strands

Answer Length

7 words

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NYT Strands Grid for 22 August 2025

💡 Connect adjacent letters (including diagonally) to form words. Words can change direction!

Step-by-Step Hints for 22 August 2025

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Today's Theme Hint

"Whodunit?"

Find 6 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue

Spangram Hints

Length & Position

11 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side

Letter-by-Letter Reveal

I_________Y

Theme Words (6 words)

All of these words relate to: "Whodunit?"

9 letters: D _______ E

4 letters: H __ R

5 letters: L ___ R

5 letters: R ___ L

6 letters: S ____ E

8 letters: S ______ R

Pro Tips for Solving Strands

Getting Started

• Look for the spangram first - it reveals the theme
• Start from grid corners and edges
• Think about the theme clue literally and figuratively

Advanced Strategy

• Words can change direction mid-word
• Look for common prefixes and suffixes
• Use non-theme words to unlock hint system

Spoiler Alert!

The complete answers are below. Only scroll down if you want to see the full solution!

Complete Solution for 22 August 2025

Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle

🎯 Spangram Answer

ITSAMYSTERY

This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme

📝 Theme Words: "Whodunit?"

DETECTIVE

HEIR

LOVER

RIVAL

SPOUSE

STRANGER

🔍 Bonus Words Found in Grid

These 1463 additional words can also be formed from the grid letters

Click to reveal all bonus words

Non-theme words that help unlock hints in the game

All Bonus Words

AARTI

ADEEM

ADIT

ADITS

ADVECT

ADVECTING

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AIAS

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ALIVE

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EASIER

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EASTER

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EATING

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ECTASIA

EDEMA

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EDIT

EDITS

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EIRENIC

ELTS

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EMETINE

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GNAR

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GREN

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GRIM

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GRIMED

GRIMY

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GRIST

GRISTER

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GRIT

GRITS

GRUE

HEAME

HEAST

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HEAT

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HEATING

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HEIRESS

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HEMATINE

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ICED

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IDEM

INERT

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INSURE

INSURER

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INTER

INTERAGE

INTERS

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INTRA

IRADE

IRATE

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IRES

ISATIN

ISATINE

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ISTLE

ITAS

ITEM

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MEET

MEETING

MEETINGS

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MERE

MERL

MERLE

MERLES

MERLS

💡 Pro Tip

In NYT Strands, finding 3 non-theme words unlocks a hint that highlights letters for a theme word. Use these bonus words strategically when you're stuck!

What is NYT Strands?

NYT Strands is a word puzzle where you find words that fit the theme hidden in a grid of letters. Find the spangram - a word that uses letters from one side of the grid to the other and describes the theme.

Welcome to NYT Strands! Ready to uncover today's theme and find all the hidden words? Whether you're looking for hints about the spangram or need help finding theme words, our guide will help you solve today's letter grid puzzle.

NYT Strands Tips & Strategies

Start by trying to identify the theme from the clue
Look for the spangram first - it spans the grid and describes the theme
Find words that relate to the theme, not just any words in the grid
Words can go in any direction including diagonally
Theme words are usually related nouns, verbs, or proper nouns

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