NYT Strands February 19 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
19 February 2025
9 Words
Find all theme words and the spangram in today's letter grid. Need help? Use our step-by-step hints below!
Today's Theme
"Pick your own prefix"
Spangram
7 letters
Theme Words
8 words
What is NYT Strands?
NYT Strands is The New York Times' captivating word puzzle that combines elements of word search with thematic word finding. Each day presents a 6×8 grid of letters where you must discover all theme words related to a specific clue, plus find the special "spangram" that spans across the grid.
Unlike traditional word searches, Strands words can change direction, creating unique shapes and paths through the grid. The challenge is not just finding words, but understanding how they all connect to the daily theme.
Today's Theme
"Pick your own prefix"
Find 8 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 19 February 2025
R
A
R
T
S
E
A
P
W
B
C
L
S
C
L
U
S
K
K
E
A
R
H
E
B
A
R
M
I
N
S
G
L
E
O
E
O
E
N
L
R
U
L
D
D
E
B
L
💡 Connect adjacent letters (including diagonally) to form words. Words can change direction!
Step-by-Step Hints for 19 February 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"Pick your own prefix"
All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!
Spangram Hints
Length & Position
7 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side
Letter-by-Letter Reveal
B_____S
Theme Words (8 words)
All of these words relate to: "Pick your own prefix"
5 letters: B ___ K
4 letters: B __ E
5 letters: E ___ R
6 letters: G ____ N
6 letters: H ____ E
4 letters: R __ P
6 letters: S ____ N
5 letters: S ___ W
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Complete Solution for 19 February 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
BERRIES
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "Pick your own prefix"
BLACK
BLUE
ELDER
GOLDEN
HUCKLE
RASP
SALMON
STRAW
🔍 Bonus Words Found in Grid
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REAM
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1213
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
12
Longest Word
1222
Total Words
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