NYT Strands Hints and Answers for September 13, 2025
Stuck on today's NYT Strands puzzle? This guide provides hints, clues, and the complete solution for the September 13, 2025, edition. Strands, the New York Times' word-search game, challenges players to find themed words hidden within a grid of letters.
Understanding NYT Strands
Strands presents a twist on classic word searches. Words can connect in any direction, creating unique shapes. Every letter is part of a solution, and a theme links all the answers, including the "spangram," a word or phrase that spans the grid. This adds a layer of complexity compared to games like Wordle and Connections.
Today's Theme and Hints
Need a nudge in the right direction? Here are some hints to help you solve today's Strands puzzle:
- Theme: Better than good
- Explanation: The words describe exceptional things.
- Spangram Direction: Vertical
- If you think Tony the Tiger is on to something, that's a GREAT start!
Today's Spangram Answer
The spangram for today, September 13, 2025, is: THEY'RE GREAT. Remember that the spangram is the word that ties the entire puzzle together.
The Complete Word List for September 13
Here is the complete list of words that solve today's NYT Strands puzzle:
- EXPECTATIONS
- PLAINS
- THEY'RE GREAT
- AUNTS
- LAKES
- MINDS
- APES
Clue Words to Unlock In-Game Hints
If you are really stuck and need a hint from the game, try using these words: SEAT, SEATS, GRAM, GRAMS, PLATE, PLATES, PEAS, NUTS, PLAT, PLATS, LAKE, THEN, MIND, GREAT, STONE, TONE. Inputting any three words of four or more letters will unlock a hint in the NYT Strands game.
How to Find the Spangram
In today's puzzle, the spangram, THEY'RE GREAT, can be found vertically. Look for the T that's the farthest-left letter on the top row, and wind down.
Toughest Strands Puzzles in Recent Weeks
For those who enjoy a challenge, here are some of the more difficult Strands puzzles from recent weeks:
- #1: Dated slang, Jan. 21: Toughest word: PHAT.
- #2: Thar she blows! Jan. 15: Toughest word: BALEEN or RIGHT.
- #3: Off the hook, Jan. 9: Toughest word: BIGEYE or SKIPJACK.
Check back tomorrow for more Strands hints and answers!
