Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Make it work" Strands puzzle on Jun 17.
Make it work
The spangram for today's NYT Strands puzzle is an eight-letter word that means to understand or solve something, often after some thought or effort.
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Today's Strands theme is 'Make it work.' This suggests finding solutions, problems, or methods to achieve a desired outcome, often through resourcefulness or determination.
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Strands answer for Make it work are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
The spangram for June 17, 2025 Strands puzzle is "FIGUREOUT". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Make it work".
Today's Strands theme is "Make it work". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 5 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "FIGUREOUT".
A spangram is a special word in NYT Strands that touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates directly to the puzzle's theme. It uses every letter in the theme at least once.
Start by identifying the theme, then look for the spangram (it touches two sides). Use the hint button if you're stuck - it highlights one theme word. Work your way through the grid, connecting letters in any direction.
