NYT Strands Hint and Answer for November 16, 2025
Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle
Strands Theme of Nov 16 is:
Around it goes
Todays' Spangram Hint
The spangram in a Strands puzzle is a word or phrase that touches opposite sides of the board and relates to the theme. For "Around it goes," the spangram is a common phrase indicating completion or the end of a process, particularly one involving some form of enclosure or presentation.
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Today's Strands Spangram
Hint for Today's Theme Words
Today's Strands theme, "Around it goes," suggests items or actions related to circling, enclosing, or wrapping. Think about things that go around something else, either literally or figuratively.
First three letters of each theme word:
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for Around it goes are revealed below!
Answers for Strands Today
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands.Enjoy the game!
How to Play Strands
Objective:
Find all the hidden theme words and the spangram in the letter grid.
Rules:
- • Words can be spelled in any direction (including diagonally)
- • Letters can only be used once per word
- • All letters must be used exactly once
- • Theme words relate to the given clue
- • The spangram spans from one side of the board to the opposite side
Tips:
- • Start by looking for obvious theme-related words
- • The spangram often contains or relates to the theme
- • Use the hint button if you're stuck
- • Pay attention to letter frequency and common word patterns
Scoring:
Find all theme words and the spangram to complete the puzzle. Use hints sparingly to maintain your streak!