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Strands Archive: All NYT Strands Past Puzzles
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Strands, a captivating word game currently in Beta, challenges players to form words using a set of letters on a board and a theme. Every day, players have to uncover hidden Spangrams and theme words. Each puzzle is a unique blend of creativity and strategy, making every game a fresh and exciting experience. For help with today's puzzle, check out our today's Strands hints page. If you missed it, you can also review yesterday's Strands for more insights and solutions.
On this page, we keep an updated history of past puzzles. Browse through all past puzzles, exploring the different themes and word combinations that have been featured.
Why Use the Strands Archive?
- Track Your Progress: Monitor your solving skills over time by revisiting past puzzles.
- Analyze Patterns: Gain an edge in future puzzles by studying recurring themes and word patterns.
- Practice and Improve: Use past puzzles to practice and sharpen your word-finding abilities.
- Enjoy the Game: Relive your favorite puzzles and enjoy the satisfaction of solving them again.
Happy Strands solving!
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Strands July 20, 2025 - Shore thing!
Theme words: BIKINI, SANDALS, SARONG, SWIMSUIT, TRUNKS, WRAP
Spangram: BEACHATTIRE
Strands July 19, 2025 - Hot enough for ya?
Theme words: BALMY, MUGGY, SCORCHING, STICKY, SWELTERING
Spangram: SUMMERWEATHER
Strands July 18, 2025 - Abracadabra!
Theme words: DISAPPEAR, ESCAPE, LEVITATE, MULTIPLY, TRANSFORM
Spangram: ITSMAGIC
Strands July 17, 2025 - Find your seat
Theme words: BALCONY, BOXES, LOBBY, MEZZANINE, ORCHESTRA, WINGS
Spangram: THEATERS
Strands July 16, 2025 - Tech accessories
Theme words: CASE, CHARGER, FOLIO, KEYBOARD, SPEAKER, STAND, STYLUS
Spangram: TABLET
Strands July 15, 2025 - Come one, come all!
Theme words: GAMES, LIVESTOCK, MUSIC, PRIZES, RIDES, VENDORS
Spangram: COUNTYFAIRS
Strands July 14, 2025 - Won't you be my neighbor?
Theme words: FIREFIGHTER, JANITOR, LIBRARIAN, MAYOR, TEACHER
Spangram: COMMUNITY
Strands July 13, 2025 - Completely fabricated
Theme words: COTTON, LINEN, POLYESTER, RAYON, SILK, SPANDEX, WOOL
Spangram: TEXTILES
Strands July 12, 2025 - In the ballpark
Theme words: BULLPEN, GLOVE, HELMET, JUMBOTRON, PEANUTS, PITCHER
Spangram: STADIUM
Strands July 11, 2025 - It could be verse
Theme words: ACROSTIC, BALLAD, ELEGY, EPIC, HAIKU, LIMERICK, SONNET
Spangram: POETRY
Strands July 10, 2025 - Nap time!
Theme words: DROWSY, FATIGUED, KNACKERED, SPENT, TIRED, WEARY
Spangram: SLEEPYHEAD
Strands July 9, 2025 - Party time!
Theme words: BALLOON, BUNTING, CONFETTI, PENNANT, STREAMER
Spangram: DECORATIONS
Strands July 8, 2025 - So extra
Theme words: BEDROOM, CHANGE, HANDS, KEYS, MOMENT, PARTS, TIME, TIRES
Spangram: SPARES
Strands July 7, 2025 - Prescriptions plus
Theme words: BEAUTY, GROCERY, HEALTH, MEDICINE, VITAMINS
Spangram: PHARMACYAISLE
Strands July 6, 2025 - My hero!
Theme words: FLIGHT, HEALING, INVISIBILITY, SPEED, STRENGTH
Spangram: SUPERPOWER
Strands July 5, 2025 - Every second counts
Theme words: CHRONOMETER, CLOCK, HOURGLASS, SUNDIAL, WATCH
Spangram: TIMEKEEPERS
Strands July 4, 2025 - Let's have a picnic!
Theme words: BEANS, BRATS, BURGERS, COLESLAW, SALAD, WATERMELON
Spangram: BARBECUE
Strands July 3, 2025 - Beyond vanilla
Theme words: BROWNIE, BUTTERSCOTCH, CHERRY, COFFEE, PISTACHIO
Spangram: ICECREAM
Strands July 2, 2025 - This is for the birds
Theme words: FEATHER, FLUFF, GRASS, LEAF, MOSS, TWIG, WOOL
Spangram: NESTINGMATERIAL
Strands July 1, 2025 - Center of attraction
Theme words: CAROUSEL, FUNHOUSE, SCRAMBLER, SLIDE, TRAIN
Spangram: AMUSEMENTPARK
Strands June 30, 2025 - Trellis beauties
Theme words: CLEMATIS, JASMINE, MOONFLOWER, SWEETPEA, WISTERIA
Spangram: CLIMBER
Strands June 29, 2025 - Hue are my sunshine
Theme words: BLUE, GREEN, INDIGO, ORANGE, VIOLET, YELLOW
Spangram: CHASINGRAINBOWS
Strands June 28, 2025 - ... not included
Theme words: CAMERA, CLOCK, FLASHLIGHT, REMOTE, TOYS
Spangram: BATTERIESREQUIRED
Strands June 27, 2025 - Playing dirty
Theme words: BUCKET, FUNNEL, MOLD, RAKE, SHOVEL, SIFTER, TRUCK
Spangram: SANDBOXTOYS
Strands June 26, 2025 - Fowl business
Theme words: GOOSE, GROUSE, PARTRIDGE, PHEASANT, QUAIL, TURKEY
Spangram: GAMEBIRDS
Strands June 25, 2025 - Worth the splurge
Theme words: CONVERTIBLE, HANDBAG, JEWELRY, PERFUME, WATCH
Spangram: LUXURYGOODS
Strands June 24, 2025 - Healthful helpers
Theme words: CALCIUM, FLAXSEED, MAGNESIUM, PROBIOTIC, ZINC
Spangram: SUPPLEMENTS
Strands June 23, 2025 - Breaking up the band
Theme words: CHEAP, HEADS, PUMPKINS, SMASHING, TALKING, TRICK
Spangram: ROCKGROUPS
Strands June 22, 2025 - Fragrant abuse
Theme words: FOUL, MALODOROUS, PUNGENT, RANK, REEKING, SMELLY
Spangram: THATSTINKS
Strands June 21, 2025 - Goose eggs
Theme words: BUPKIS, NADA, NAUGHT, NOTHING, ZERO, ZILCH, ZIPPO
Spangram: DIDDLYSQUAT
Strands June 20, 2025 - Just a dusting
Theme words: BABY, BAKING, BLASTING, CHILI, COCOA, ITCHING, TALCUM
Spangram: POWDERS
Strands June 19, 2025 - Life is a highway
Theme words: AUDIOBOOK, GAMES, MOTEL, PHOTOS, PLAYLIST, SCENERY
Spangram: ROADTRIP
Strands June 18, 2025 - Down time
Theme words: BLUE, DOLEFUL, GLOOMY, MELANCHOLY, TEARY, WOEBEGONE
Spangram: SADNESS
Strands June 17, 2025 - Make it work
Theme words: CONTRIVE, ENGINEER, FINAGLE, FINESSE, NEGOTIATE
Spangram: FIGUREOUT
Strands June 16, 2025 - Key notes
Theme words: ETUDE, MINUET, NOCTURNE, PRELUDE, SONATA, SUITE
Spangram: PIANOPIECES
Strands June 15, 2025 - Here's to him!
Theme words: CHALUPA, CRAWDAD, PAPARAZZI, POPCORN, POPSICLE
Spangram: FATHERSDAY
Strands June 14, 2025 - It's a banner day
Theme words: CROSS, CROWN, MOON, SHIELD, STAR, STRIPE, TRIANGLE
Spangram: FLAGSYMBOL
Strands June 13, 2025 - Scattering petals
Theme words: AZALEA, DAISY, LILY, PETUNIA, POPPY, ROSE, VIOLET
Spangram: FLOWERGIRLS
Strands June 12, 2025 - Gone fishing
Theme words: BOBBER, HOOK, LINE, LURE, REEL, SCALE, SINKER, SWIVEL
Spangram: TACKLEBOX
Strands June 11, 2025 - If you build it ...
Theme words: BAROQUE, BRUTALIST, CLASSICAL, DECO, REVIVAL
Spangram: ARCHITECTURE
Strands June 10, 2025 - Mind your manners
Theme words: APOLOGIZE, CONSIDER, LISTEN, RESPECT, SHARE, THANK
Spangram: BEPOLITE
Strands June 9, 2025 - What you see isn't what you get
Theme words: CAMOUFLAGE, CLOAK, COVER, DISGUISE, FACADE, MASK
Spangram: FALSEFRONT
Strands June 8, 2025 - On Broadway
Theme words: CAST, COSTUMES, DANCING, LIGHTS, SCORE, SINGING
Spangram: ITSSHOWTIME
Strands June 7, 2025 - I am what I am
Theme words: HUMAN, INDIVIDUAL, MORTAL, PERSON, SOMEONE, SOUL
Spangram: BEYOURSELF
Strands June 6, 2025 - String's attached
Theme words: BREAKAWAY, ELEVATOR, PINWHEEL, SEASICK, SLEEPER
Spangram: YOYOTRICK
Strands June 5, 2025 - Mary, Mary, quite ...
Theme words: BELLS, COCKLESHELLS, CONTRARY, MAIDS, PRETTY, SILVER
Spangram: GARDEN
Strands June 4, 2025 - Monster quest
Theme words: BIGFOOT, CRAWLER, JACKALOPE, KRAKEN, MOTHMAN, YETI
Spangram: CRYPTIDS
Strands June 3, 2025 - That's proprietary!
Theme words: CHAPSTICK, JACUZZI, KLEENEX, POPSICLE, VELCRO
Spangram: TRADEMARKED
Strands June 2, 2025 - On the vine
Theme words: BEEFSTEAK, CHERRY, HEIRLOOM, JUBILEE, LUNCHBOX, PLUM
Spangram: TOMATO
Strands June 1, 2025 - All rise
Theme words: ALIBI, BAIL, COURTROOM, LAWYER, MOTION, OBJECTION
Spangram: YOURHONOR