NYT Strands July 8 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
8 July 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
"So extra"
Spangram
6 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
"So extra"
Find 8 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 8 July 2025
S
Y
E
K
E
S
M
O
C
H
A
R
E
T
O
G
N
I
M
I
R
B
E
T
S
P
D
E
E
S
N
A
A
R
M
E
D
H
P
M
O
N
S
A
R
T
S
T
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Step-by-Step Hints for 8 July 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"So extra"
All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!
Spangram Hints
Length & Position
6 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side
Letter-by-Letter Reveal
S____S
Theme Words (8 words)
All of these words relate to: "So extra"
7 letters: B _____ M
6 letters: C ____ E
5 letters: H ___ S
4 letters: K __ S
6 letters: M ____ T
5 letters: P ___ S
4 letters: T __ E
5 letters: T ___ S
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Complete Solution for 8 July 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
SPARES
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "So extra"
BEDROOM
CHANGE
HANDS
KEYS
MOMENT
PARTS
TIME
TIRES
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