NYT Strands: Today's Theme, Clues, and Answers for Game 725
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
- The theme for today’s Strands is all about “watching the attitude.” It nods to expressive language and personality as you hunt for the right words.
Clue words and how the hints work
- To unlock the in-game hint system, you’ll encounter a set of clue words during play. Examples include terms like teach and class as part of the journey toward the final answers.
Spangram details
- Spangram length: 11 letters
- The spangram touches two sides of the board: the top side at column 3 and the bottom side at column 2
- Spangram answer for today: TALKINGBACK
Today’s answers (game 725)
- CHEEKY
- CUTESY
- SASSY
- PERT
- IMPUDENT
- SAUCY
- FRESH
- SPANGRAM: TALKINGBACK
My rating: Easy My score: Perfect
Yesterday’s NYT Strands answers (Wednesday, February 25, game #724)
- PROBER
- ROVER
- SATELLITE
- LANDER
- MODULE
- ORBITER
- SPANGRAM: SPACECRAFT
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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