Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Feb 09's puzzle
Strands Theme of Feb 09 is:
Think of the massive hubs where airplanes take off and land, spanning the grid from one side to the other.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution
Today's puzzle theme, "Frequent flyer", focuses on everything you might encounter when traveling by plane. This Strands Hint suggests you think about the entire journey from checking in to taking off into the clouds.
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for Frequent flyer are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
The spangram for February 9, 2026 Strands puzzle is "AIRPORTS". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Frequent flyer".
Today's Strands theme is "Frequent flyer". 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 "AIRPORTS".
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.
