NYT Strands May 29 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
29 May 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
"It's a little buggy"
Spangram
6 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
"It's a little buggy"
Find 7 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 29 May 2025
Y
F
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A
P
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L
E
W
S
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T
U
H
T
E
M
T
N
B
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A
S
D
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Y
R
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E
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Step-by-Step Hints for 29 May 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"It's a little buggy"
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
I____T
Theme Words (7 words)
All of these words relate to: "It's a little buggy"
9 letters: B _______ Y
9 letters: D _______ Y
4 letters: F __ A
6 letters: H ____ T
6 letters: M ____ S
4 letters: M __ H
4 letters: W __ P
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Complete Solution for 29 May 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
INSECT
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "It's a little buggy"
BUTTERFLY
DRAGONFLY
FLEA
HORNET
MANTIS
MOTH
WASP
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Bonus Words
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11
Longest Word
1355
Total Words
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