The New York Times Strands puzzle #874 brings a challenging board layout that might leave you hunting for non-theme words just to fill your hint meter. If you want to protect your perfect streak without burning through in-game hints, we have you covered.
Below is a breakdown of today’s theme clue, targeted hints for the Spangram, and the complete solution at the bottom of the page.
Today’s Strands Strategy and Commentary
Today’s board mixes short and long words, with several entries winding in unexpected directions. It is easy to get distracted by common letter combinations, so keep your focus on items worn on the body. Finding the Spangram early will help anchor your solve, as it runs across the board and perfectly frames the fashion related theme.
Strands Hints Today: Theme and Spangram Clues
To get you started without spoiling the specific words, use these clues and hints to navigate the board:
- Today’s Official Theme Clue: “Distinctive garments and styles”
- Spangram Hint: A classic compliment given when someone looks great in their outfit. It spans across the grid in multiple segments.
- Spangram Start/End Letters: Starts with the letter Y and ends with L, and there are 13 letters in total.
NYT Strands Answers Today: Saturday, July 25, 2026
⚠️Spoiler Warning: This section contains the complete solution for puzzle #874, including the Spangram and all theme words. Only scroll further if you are ready to see the answers.
⚠️ WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!
👉 Click to Reveal Today’s NYT Strands Spangram Answer
The Spangram answer today is :
YOUWEARITWELL
Here are the remaining theme words found on the board:
- MUUMUU
- PINAFORE
- DIRNDL
- KIMONO
- TUNIC
- GOWN
Previous NYT Strands Answer
Catch up on the solution from the most recent puzzle. This record shows the Spangram and theme words from the prior game, so you can compare results or double check the past grid.
- Spangram: ANDTHENSOME
- Theme Words: SURPLUS, LEFTOVER, UNUSED, EXCESS, SPARE, EXTRA
Daily NYT Puzzle Hub
Maximize your daily puzzle efficiency by checking out our comprehensive guides for today’s other major NYT titles:
- Wordle Hints & Answer Today: Today’s Wordle Hints & Answer: July 25, 2026 (Puzzle #1862)
- Connections Hints & Groups Today: NYT Connections Hints & Answers Today: July 25, 2026 (Puzzle #1140)
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