NYT Strands Hint and Answer for October 19, 2025
Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle
Strands Theme of Oct 19 is:
For the picking
Todays' Spangram Hint
The Spangram for "For the picking" connects directly to the central fruit of the theme. It's a word that describes the type of fruit that is being picked.
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Today's Strands Spangram

Hint for Today's Theme Words
Today's theme, "For the picking," suggests a common fruit that is often harvested by hand. Think about a fruit that comes in many varieties and is a staple in many cuisines.
First three letters of each theme word:
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for For the picking are revealed below!
Answers for Strands Today
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands.Enjoy the game!

How to Play Strands
Objective:
Find all the hidden theme words and the spangram in the letter grid.
Rules:
- • Words can be spelled in any direction (including diagonally)
- • Letters can only be used once per word
- • All letters must be used exactly once
- • Theme words relate to the given clue
- • The spangram spans from one side of the board to the opposite side
Tips:
- • Start by looking for obvious theme-related words
- • The spangram often contains or relates to the theme
- • Use the hint button if you're stuck
- • Pay attention to letter frequency and common word patterns
Scoring:
Find all theme words and the spangram to complete the puzzle. Use hints sparingly to maintain your streak!