NYT Strands Hint and Answer for October 16, 2025
Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle
Strands Theme of Oct 16 is:
And the category is ...
Todays' Spangram Hint
The spangram for today hints at a popular social gathering where people answer questions to test their knowledge. It's an event where knowledge is quizzed.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution
Today's Strands Spangram
Hint for Today's Theme Words
The theme for today's Strands puzzle, "And the category is ...", strongly suggests a game show or trivia night setting. Prepare to test your general knowledge across various subjects.
First three letters of each theme word:
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for And the category is ... 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!