Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "How puzzling" Strands puzzle on Nov 12.
How puzzling
The spangram for today's "How puzzling" theme is the name of the very puzzle genre we're discussing. It's a single word that spans across the grid and is key to unlocking the puzzle.
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Today's theme, "How puzzling," directly points to a classic word game. This theme is all about the elements and jargon associated with this popular brain teaser.
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Strands answer for How puzzling are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
The spangram for November 12, 2025 Strands puzzle is "CROSSWORD". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "How puzzling".
Today's Strands theme is "How puzzling". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 7 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "CROSSWORD".
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.
