NYT Strands Hint and Answer for November 17, 2025

Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle

Strands Theme of Nov 17 is:

Paw patrol

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Todays' Spangram Hint

The spangram for today's "Paw Patrol" theme highlights the general category of dogs that perform specific tasks or have jobs. Think about what we call canines that are employed.

Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

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Today's Strands Spangram

Strands Spangram for Nov 17
Today's spangram is:
WORKINGDOGS
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Hint for Today's Theme Words

Today's theme is "Paw Patrol." This theme celebrates our canine friends and the many important roles they play in our lives, often with a focus on their professional or working capacities.

First three letters of each theme word:

GUA...
GUI...
HER...
RES...
SER...
THE...

Spoiler Warning

Strands answer for Paw patrol are revealed below!

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Answers for Strands Today

Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands.Enjoy the game!

Strands Hint for Nov 17

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!