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Strands Hint for "Slithering away"

#516, Spangram and Answer for strands August 1

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Strands Hint for Spangram

The spangram for today's NYT Strands puzzle is a seven-letter word that refers to a large reptile often associated with this theme. It's a general term for a type of legless, scaled animal.

Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

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Answer for Strands Spangram

Strands Spangram for Aug 1
Today's spangram is:
SERPENT
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Strands Hint for Theme Words

Today's theme, "Slithering away," points to creatures known for their smooth, sliding movement. Think long, legless reptiles that move across the ground.

First three letters of each theme word:

ADD...
ANA...
COB...
MAM...
PYT...
RAT...
VIP...

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Strands answer for Slithering away are revealed below!

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Complete Answers for Today's Strands

Solution for Today's Strands

Strands Hint for Aug 1

Answer for Yesterday's Strands

July 31, 2025

Why Yesterday's Answers?

Due to time zone differences, the Strands game may be delayed. To make sure you don't miss out on each day's Strands, here are yesterday's Strands answers—check out the Strands hint now!

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Strands Hint

"Half-baked"

Today's Strands theme is 'Half-baked'. This theme suggests words related to things that are not fully cooked or might be incomplete or somewhat humorous in nature.

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Answer for Spangram

PIE...
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Answer for Theme Words

BUN...
CHE...
FRU...
FUN...
LAV...
POU...
SPO...
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Complete Answer for Yesterday's Strands

Solution for yesterday's Strands

Yesterday's Strands Complete Answer - July 31, 2025

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!

Strands Hint for "Half-baked" - Strands Today