The New York Times’ Strands puzzle for August 25, 2026 features a theme centered on outdoor activities. This word-search variant challenges players to find connected letters that form words, with the ability to move in multiple directions including diagonals. Unlike traditional word searches, letters can shift direction mid-word, creating varied patterns across the grid.
Today’s puzzle focuses on nature-related adjectives and outdoor pursuits. Players searching for solutions will encounter seven words total, all tied thematically to enjoying the great outdoors. The puzzle’s special feature, known as the spangram, runs horizontally across the grid and encapsulates the day’s theme in a single phrase.
For those requiring assistance, the complete word list includes Path, Canteen, Trailhead, Woods, Wildlife, and Market. The spangram answer is “Take a Hike,” which summarizes the outdoor adventure theme connecting all solutions. This puzzle typically requires more time investment than other New York Times games like Wordle or Connections, as players must carefully trace letter connections to identify each hidden word.
Originally reported by Mashable →
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