The New York Times Strands puzzle #841 brings a layout that spreads words across different sections of the grid, which can make it tricky to spot connections at first glance. 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 has words arranged in winding paths across the grid, so do not limit your search to straight horizontal or vertical lines. Look for terms that describe physical sensations or feelings of nervousness or unease. Finding the Spangram first will help you confirm the theme and make it easier to trace out the shorter related words around it.
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Strands Hints Today: Theme and Spangram Clues
To get you started without spoiling the specific words, use these structural clues to navigate the board:
- Today’s Official Theme Clue: “Signs of fear, nerves, or cold”
- Spangram Hint: It refers to the small bumps that appear on your skin when you feel cold, scared, or excited.
- Spangram Start/End Letters: Starts with G and ends with S.
Theme Word Clues
If you need help identifying the individual blue words, here is what you are looking for on the board:
- Word 1: A feeling of nervousness or excitement in your stomach
- Word 2: An old-fashioned term for a feeling of unease or dread
- Word 3: A state of nervousness or slight anxiety
- Word 4: A sense of unease or the feeling of something crawling on you
- Word 5: Trembling movements caused by cold, fear, or strong emotion
NYT Strands Answers Today: Monday, June 22, 2026 Puzzle #841
⚠️Spoiler Warning: This section contains the complete solution, including the Spangram and all theme words. Only scroll further if you are ready to see the answers.
The official Spangram for Monday, June 22, 2026 is GOOSEBUMPS.
Here are the theme words found on the board:
- BUTTERFLIES
- WILLIES
- JITTERS
- CREEPS
- SHIVERS
Previous Spangram answer
NYT Strands Answer June 21, 2026 (Puzzle #840): HOTELAMENITIES
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