NYT Strands: Today's Theme, Clues, and Answers for Game 725

NYT Strands: Today's Theme, Clues, and Answers for Game 725
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February 25, 2026

Looking for a different day? NYT Strands updates at midnight in your time zone, which means some players are solving today’s puzzle while others are still on yesterday’s. If you’re chasing Wednesday’s puzzle, you can check the hints for February 25 (game #724). Strands is the NYT’s newest word game, following Wordle, Spelling Bee, and Connections, and it brings its own blend of fun and challenge. Spoiler alert: the rest of this page reveals today’s solutions, so don’t read on if you’d rather solve first.

Today’s theme

Clue words and how the hints work

Spangram details

Today’s answers (game 725)

My rating: Easy My score: Perfect

Yesterday’s NYT Strands answers (Wednesday, February 25, game #724)

What is NYT Strands?

Strands is the NYT’s word game that followed the popularity of Wordle and Connections. It’s now a full member of the NYT Games lineup and can be played on desktop or mobile via the NYT Games site. If you’re looking for a how-to, I’ve put together a complete guide with tips to help you solve the daily puzzles.

About the author

Johnny is a freelance pop culture journalist who covers the internet, music, football, and famous people. He previously went by the nickname the Pop Detective and has interviewed a wide range of public figures, from Elton John and Blur to Right Said Fred. He lives in North London, rides his bike, and spends time shouting at pigeons between gigs and assignments.

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