NYT Strands Hint and Answer for October 26, 2025
Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle
Strands Theme of Oct 26 is:
Fall-ing
Todays' Spangram Hint
The spangram for 'Fall-ing' is a seven-letter word that spans the entire grid. Think of the most common synonym for the season that the theme is 'Fall-ing' about.
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Today's Strands Spangram
Hint for Today's Theme Words
Today's theme, 'Fall-ing,' perfectly encapsulates the essence of the autumn season. It playfully hints at all things associated with the beautiful transition from summer to winter.
First three letters of each theme word:
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for Fall-ing 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!