NYT Strands Hints, Spangram & Answers Today: July 31, 2026 (Puzzle #880)

The New York Times Strands puzzle #880 uses paths that twist across the grid, so you may overlook some words if you only trace straight lines. If you want to keep your perfect streak without using extra hints, we have all the help you need here.

Below is today’s theme clue, targeted hints for the Spangram, and the full solution further down.

Today’s Strands Strategy and Commentary

Today’s puzzle centers on traits linked to a well-known zodiac sign. All theme words describe personality traits, so it helps to look for longer adjectives first. Finding the Spangram early will give you a clear guide across the board and make spotting the remaining terms much easier.

Strands Hints Today: Theme and Spangram Clues

To guide you without giving away exact words, use these hints:

• Today’s Official Theme Clue: “Sign associated with the lion”
• Spangram Hint: It is the full name of this zodiac sign.
• Spangram Start/End Letters: Starts with L and ends with N, and it has 10 letters total.

NYT Strands Answers Today

⚠️ Spoiler Warning: This section reveals the Spangram and theme words. The Spangram is hidden, so click to reveal it if you are ready to see the answer. The full list of theme words is shown below.

Here are all the theme words found on the board:

• GENEROUS
• CHARMING
• DRAMATIC
• LOYAL
• BOLD
• BOSSY

Previous NYT Strands Answer

Catch up on the most recent solution. This record shows the Spangram and theme words from the prior game, so you can compare results or double check the past grid.

July 30, 2026 (Puzzle #879)

• Spangram: ARTISANS
• Theme Words: WEAVER, COOPER, POTTER, SMITH, JOINER, MASON, TANNER

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: July 31, 2026 (Puzzle #1868)
• NYT Connections Hints & Answers Today: July 31, 2026 (Puzzle #1146)

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