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CrosswordleStrands 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 18, 2026 - A healthy breakfast
Theme words: CRUNCHY, NUTTY, OATY, SALTY, SWEET, WHOLESOME
Spangram: BOWLOFGRANOLA
Strands July 17, 2026 - Categorically speaking
Theme words: ENTERTAINMENT, GEOGRAPHY, NATURE, SPORTS
Spangram: TRIVIALPURSUIT
Strands July 16, 2026 - "Rerouting ..."
Theme words: DEVIATE, PIVOT, SWERVE, TACK, TURN, VEER, ZIGZAG
Spangram: CHANGECOURSE
Strands July 15, 2026 - Rose-colored glasses
Theme words: IDEALISTIC, IMPRACTICAL, QUIXOTIC, ROMANTIC
Spangram: PIEINTHESKY
Strands July 14, 2026 - Make yourself comfortable
Theme words: BEANBAG, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, RECLINER, ROCKER, THRONE
Spangram: HAVEASEAT
Strands July 13, 2026 - Just what I needed
Theme words: DELIGHTFUL, ENJOYABLE, PLEASANT, SATISFYING
Spangram: HITSTHESPOT
Strands July 12, 2026 - In the Big Apple
Theme words: BAGEL, BODEGA, BOROUGH, DELI, STOOP, SUBWAY, TAXI
Spangram: EMPIRESTATE
Strands July 11, 2026 - Fishy fare
Theme words: CHEESE, MILK, NOODLES, PEAS, PEPPER, SALT, SOUP, TUNA
Spangram: CASSEROLE
Strands July 10, 2026 - "I think ..."
Theme words: BELIEVE, GOOD, HASTE, HISTORY, LOVE, MERRY, SENSE
Spangram: WECANMAKEIT
Strands July 9, 2026 - On the lips
Theme words: BALM, GLOSS, LINER, PLUMPER, STAIN, STICK, TINT
Spangram: KISSANDMAKEUP
Strands July 8, 2026 - Here comes trouble
Theme words: HELLION, RAPSCALLION, SCAMP, WHIPPERSNAPPER
Spangram: LITTLEDEVIL
Strands July 7, 2026 - Hitching a ride
Theme words: BUGGY, CARRIAGE, CART, SLEIGH, STAGECOACH, WAGON
Spangram: IGETAROUND
Strands July 6, 2026 - The growing season
Theme words: BLOOM, BURGEON, EXPAND, FLOURISH, SPREAD, THRIVE
Spangram: SUMMERTIME
Strands July 5, 2026 - Barking up the right tree
Theme words: HOUND, POINTER, RETRIEVER, SPANIEL, TERRIER
Spangram: HUNTINGBREEDS
Strands July 4, 2026 - Ooh!
Theme words: BRIGHT, COLORFUL, DAZZLING, EXCITING, SPARKLING
Spangram: FIREWORKS
Strands July 3, 2026 - It's like talking to a brick wall
Theme words: FIRM, HEADSTRONG, OBSTINATE, STUBBORN, WILLFUL
Spangram: NOTBUDGING
Strands July 2, 2026 - Added flavor
Theme words: BECHAMEL, MARINARA, SRIRACHA, TERIYAKI, TZATZIKI
Spangram: GETSAUCY
Strands July 1, 2026 - Not a red herring
Theme words: CLUE, EVIDENCE, HINT, INDICATION, INTIMATION
Spangram: TELLTALESIGN
Strands June 30, 2026 - "And ... action!"
Theme words: CAST, CREW, DIRECTOR, EDITOR, PRODUCER, WRITER
Spangram: THATSSHOWBIZ
Strands June 29, 2026 - The mark of a good composer
Theme words: ACCIDENTAL, BRACKET, CLEF, MEASURE, NOTE, REST
Spangram: MUSICALSTAFF
Strands June 28, 2026 - March in June
Theme words: CELEBRATION, DRAG, FLAGS, PARADE, RAINBOW, RALLY
Spangram: PRIDEMONTH
Strands June 27, 2026 - Suite re-lease
Theme words: CONDO, EFFICIENCY, FLAT, LOFT, PENTHOUSE, STUDIO
Spangram: APARTMENTS
Strands June 26, 2026 - "I'll gobble you up!"
Theme words: BRIDGE, BROTHERS, HORNS, PASS, THREE, TROLL
Spangram: BILLYGOATSGRUFF
Strands June 25, 2026 - Just relax
Theme words: ACUPUNCTURE, AROMATHERAPY, FACIAL, MASSAGE
Spangram: SPATREATMENT
Strands June 24, 2026 - Just chill
Theme words: BEER, JUICE, KOMBUCHA, SELTZER, SODA, WATER
Spangram: BEVERAGECOOLERS
Strands June 23, 2026 - A whole new world
Theme words: ARMOR, BLOCK, BUILDING, FOOD, PORTAL, STORAGE, TOOL
Spangram: MINECRAFT
Strands June 22, 2026 - Heebie-jeebies
Theme words: BUTTERFLIES, CREEPS, JITTERS, SHIVERS, WILLIES
Spangram: GOOSEBUMPS
Strands June 21, 2026 - That's included!
Theme words: BREAKFAST, FRIDGE, INTERNET, LAUNDRY, SAFE
Spangram: HOTELAMENITIES
Strands June 20, 2026 - Knicks knack
Theme words: CHANT, COURTSIDE, JUMBOTRON, MARQUEE, RAFTERS
Spangram: GARDENPARTY
Strands June 19, 2026 - Look to the West
Theme words: BANDANA, BOOTS, CHAPS, JEANS, SADDLE, SPURS, STETSON
Spangram: COWPOKES
Strands June 18, 2026 - Beneath the waves
Theme words: ALGAE, CRAB, FISH, PLANKTON, SEAWEED, SHARK, URCHIN
Spangram: CORALREEF
Strands June 17, 2026 - In the barnyard
Theme words: BUCKET, PITCHFORK, SAWHORSE, TRACTOR, WHEELBARROW
Spangram: FARMING
Strands June 16, 2026 - For here or to go?
Theme words: GYRO, RAMEN, SALAD, SANDWICH, SOUP, TACOS, WRAP
Spangram: WHATSFORLUNCH
Strands June 15, 2026 - Moving mountains
Theme words: CONQUER, OVERCOME, QUASH, SURMOUNT, VANQUISH
Spangram: YOUVEGOTTHIS
Strands June 14, 2026 - Peer group
Theme words: BARON, DUCHESS, EARL, LADY, LORD, MARQUESS, VISCOUNT
Spangram: NOBILITY
Strands June 13, 2026 - Track event
Theme words: LOUDSPEAKER, LYRICS, MICROPHONE, MUSIC, QUEUE, SONG
Spangram: KARAOKE
Strands June 12, 2026 - Something to talk about
Theme words: BODY, CONCLUSION, HOOK, POINT, PROBLEM, TOPIC
Spangram: PARTSOFSPEECH
Strands June 11, 2026 - Oozing
Theme words: BLUES, BREWS, CHOOSE, CRUISE, FUSE, SCHMOOZE, SHOES
Spangram: RHYMETIME
Strands June 10, 2026 - Something just clicked
Theme words: APPLICATION, DOCUMENT, FILE, PHOTO, SOFTWARE, SONG
Spangram: DOWNLOAD
Strands June 9, 2026 - Dramamine, anyone?
Theme words: DANCING, DECK, DRINKS, SEASICKNESS, SNACKS, WAVES
Spangram: IMONABOAT
Strands June 8, 2026 - Play time
Theme words: BOARDS, CARDS, CHIPS, DICE, SPINNERS, TILES, TOKENS
Spangram: GAMENIGHT
Strands June 7, 2026 - Herpetology 101
Theme words: BULLFROG, CHAMELEON, CROCODILE, SNAKE, TURTLE
Spangram: COLDBLOODED
Strands June 6, 2026 - With this ring ...
Theme words: MARRIAGE, MATRIMONY, NUPTIALS, VOWS, WEDLOCK
Spangram: TYINGTHEKNOT
Strands June 5, 2026 - You wanna go?
Theme words: BRAWL, CLASH, MELEE, SCRAP, SCUFFLE, SKIRMISH
Spangram: FIGHTINGWORDS
Strands June 4, 2026 - Smooth moves
Theme words: APLOMB, COMPOSURE, EASE, GRACE, POISE, STYLE
Spangram: POETRYINMOTION
Strands June 3, 2026 - By any other name ...
Theme words: BRIAR, DAMASK, HEDGE, PRAIRIE, WHITE, WILD, YELLOW
Spangram: ROSEGARDEN
Strands June 2, 2026 - Caught in the Net
Theme words: COMMENT, FEED, MEME, POST, REEL, STORY, TREND
Spangram: EXTREMELYONLINE
Strands June 1, 2026 - Shall we gather for lunch?
Theme words: BLACKBERRY, CHESTNUT, CHICORY, MOREL, NETTLE, RAMP
Spangram: FORAGING