Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Oct 15's puzzle
Strands Theme of Oct 15 is:
The spangram for today's NYT Strands is a phrase you'd commonly see or use in a building with multiple floors. It's what you press to change your vertical position.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

Today's theme, "Going up?", suggests a vertical movement or ascent. Think about things that help you move from one level to another.
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Strands answer for Going up? are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!

The spangram for October 15, 2025 Strands puzzle is "ELEVATORBUTTONS". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Going up?".
Today's Strands theme is "Going up?". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 6 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "ELEVATORBUTTONS".
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.