Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Jul 21's puzzle
Strands Theme of Jul 21 is:
The spangram for today's 'I fold!' theme is a word representing the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. Think of a well-known craft that turns flat sheets into incredible sculptures. This 'Strands Hint' should guide you!
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Today's Strands theme is 'I fold!'. This theme playfully alludes to an art form that involves strategic folding to create various shapes and figures.
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Strands answer for I fold! are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!

The spangram for July 21, 2025 Strands puzzle is "ORIGAMI". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "I fold!".
Today's Strands theme is "I fold!". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 8 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "ORIGAMI".
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.