If you are perusing this, you are in search of help with Strands, the New York Times’ innovative word-search game.

Strands presents a twist on the conventional word search for players. Words may be created from interconnected letters in any orientation, including diagonal, and can alter directions, producing distinctive shapes. Each letter within the grid contributes to an answer. A central theme links all solutions, accompanied by the “spangram,” a notable word or phrase that summarizes the day’s theme, extending across the grid either horizontally or vertically.

By supplying an ambiguous hint and omitting a word list, Strands offers a challenging game that typically requires more time to complete than other games such as Wordle and Connections.

If you find yourself at an impasse or lack the 10 minutes needed to tackle today’s puzzle, we have all the NYT Strands hints required to continue at your own pace.

NYT Strands hint regarding today’s theme: Bee friendly

The words pertain to plants.

Today’s NYT Strands theme succinctly clarified

These terms refer to various types of flowers.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today’s NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer for today

Today’s spangram is Wildflower.

NYT Strands word list for August 26

– Primrose
– Marigold
– Wildflower
– Bluebell
– Chamomile
– Daisy

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