Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Aug 26's puzzle
Strands Theme of Aug 26 is:
The spangram for today's 'Bee friendly' theme is a word that encompasses many of the things bees are attracted to. It's a type of plant often found growing naturally that provides nectar and pollen. It stretches from one side of the puzzle grid to the other.
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Today's theme, 'Bee friendly,' suggests words that are attractive or beneficial to bees. Think about what bees love!
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Strands answer for Bee friendly are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!

The spangram for August 26, 2025 Strands puzzle is "WILDFLOWER". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Bee friendly".
Today's Strands theme is "Bee friendly". 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 "WILDFLOWER".
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.