NYT Strands July 28 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
28 July 2025
7 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
"Inch by inch, row by row"
Spangram
15 letters
Theme Words
6 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
"Inch by inch, row by row"
Find 6 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 28 July 2025
M
O
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S
T
W
S
S
R
H
E
O
O
R
P
V
N
R
L
I
S
E
S
G
B
E
L
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R
P
V
E
B
G
U
O
E
D
A
A
T
N
G
E
T
R
D
E
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Step-by-Step Hints for 28 July 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"Inch by inch, row by row"
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
V_____________N
Theme Words (6 words)
All of these words relate to: "Inch by inch, row by row"
7 letters: B _____ M
4 letters: G __ W
7 letters: H _____ T
5 letters: R ___ N
4 letters: S __ D
6 letters: S ____ T
Pro Tips for Solving Strands
Getting Started
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- • Think about the theme clue literally and figuratively
Advanced Strategy
- • Words can change direction mid-word
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Complete Solution for 28 July 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
VEGETABLEGARDEN
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "Inch by inch, row by row"
BLOSSOM
GROW
HARVEST
RIPEN
SEED
SPROUT
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1294
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
11
Longest Word
1301
Total Words
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