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Strands Hints and Answers (May 19, 2025): Stuck on today's Strands? We've got today's Strands hints and answers to guide you through it.
Strands is a daily game on the New York Times, with a new grid of letters and themes for players to rack their brains. While the puzzle's theme and some hints are provided, finding all the answers can sometimes be difficult.
If you are one of those struggling with today's NYT Strands, you are in the right place. We'll help you solve today's spangram and find all the words.
WARNING: Spoilers ahead. Only read on if you want to know today's Strands answers.
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Today's Strands Theme
Before we look at the hints and the answers, let's check the theme for today.
Today's theme is:
TAKING THE BAIT
The theme may not be obvious at first, so here’s a quick breakdown to point you in the right direction.
- Today's theme revolves around the aquatic world, particularly focusing on various species known for their culinary and ecological significance. These creatures are often sought after for their protein-rich flesh and are popular choices for various cuisines. Explore the unique characteristics and habitats of these delightful marine animals.
Today's NYT Strands Hints
Still confused about the words? Here are some hints to help you:
Strands Hint 1: What are the starting letters of today's words?
There are 6 words including the spangram.
Below are the starting letters & lengths for each of the theme words:
- Starts with "H" and has 7 letters.
- Starts with "M" and has 8 letters.
- Starts with "S" and has 6 letters.
- Starts with "S" and has 7 letters.
- Starts with "T" and has 5 letters.
And today's spangram starts with "S".
Strands Hint 2: Where are the words located on today's strands grid?
Here are some clues about their starting positions. For all words except the spangram:
- 1 word starts from the top row.
- 2 words start from the left edge of the grid.
- 3 words start from the middle of the grid.
Today's NYT Strands Clue Words
One great feature of Strands is the in-game hints. If you’d like to use them, look for these words on the board:
- SESH
- SALSA
- HAAF
- SEIRS
- RUNT
- OATH
In the next section, you’ll find today's Strands answers. Pause here if you’re not ready to see them.
Today's NYT Strands Spangram
First, let's reveal today's Strands spangram:
SOMETHINGSFISHY
Today's NYT Strands Answers
If the spangram didn't help you get the answers, then you can find today's answers below:
- HALIBUT
- MACKEREL
- SALMON
- SNAPPER
- TROUT
Yesterday's NYT Strands Answer (18 May 2025)
Are you still tackling yesterday’s Strands (Sunday, 18 May 2025) or reading this from another timezone? Don’t fret — we have the answers you need.
Find yesterday's Strands answers, hints, and spangram here.
Yesterday's Strands theme was:
RIDING THE WIND
Yesterday's Spangram was:
SAILBOAT
Yesterday's Strands Answers were:
- HELM
- HULL
- KEEL
- MAST
- RIGGING
- RUDDER
- STERN
- TILLER
And that wraps up today's Strands answers, hints, and spangram. If you love playing word games, we have answers and solvers to most NYT games. Check out:
