NYT Strands July 2 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
2 July 2025
8 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
"This is for the birds"
Spangram
15 letters
Theme Words
7 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
"This is for the birds"
Find 7 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 2 July 2025
L
E
W
O
T
W
A
F
O
L
I
G
N
I
T
S
E
N
F
G
M
A
T
F
F
L
R
E
G
E
F
U
I
S
R
A
S
M
A
S
A
T
S
O
L
R
E
H
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Step-by-Step Hints for 2 July 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"This is for the birds"
All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!
Spangram Hints
Length & Position
15 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side
Letter-by-Letter Reveal
N_____________L
Theme Words (7 words)
All of these words relate to: "This is for the birds"
7 letters: F _____ R
5 letters: F ___ F
5 letters: G ___ S
4 letters: L __ F
4 letters: M __ S
4 letters: T __ G
4 letters: W __ L
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Complete Solution for 2 July 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
NESTINGMATERIAL
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "This is for the birds"
FEATHER
FLUFF
GRASS
LEAF
MOSS
TWIG
WOOL
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Shortest Word
11
Longest Word
1595
Total Words
💡 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!
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