NYT Strands Hint and Answer for February 13, 2026

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

Strands Theme of Feb 13 is:

See what I mean?

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Todays' Spangram Hint

Think of a term for the tools used by a presenter or teacher to help an audience 'see' the information. It is a two-word compound (10 letters) that refers to items used to supplement a speech or lesson.

Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

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Today's Strands Spangram

Strands Spangram for Feb 13
Today's spangram is:
VISUALAIDS
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Hint for Today's Theme Words

Today's theme, "See what I mean?", focuses on the various methods we use to represent information or data through imagery rather than just text. It is all about the tools used to make complex ideas easier to understand at a glance.

First three letters of each theme word:

CHA...
DIA...
INF...
MOD...
PHO...
VID...

Spoiler Warning

Strands answer for See what I mean? 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 Feb 13

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!