The New York Times Games Strands has been captivating players for nearly a year, offering a fresh grid each day with a hidden theme and themed words. Even for those well-versed in how to play, figuring out all the words can still be a daunting task, requiring sharp problem-solving skills.

This article is here to provide the assistance you need as long as you already know how to play Strands. Below, you’ll find general hints to guide you as well as spoilers for individual, themed words. And for those who are completely stuck, the full solution to today’s puzzle is available at the end of this article.

The NYT Games Fire Represents Your Life Strands #360 February 26, 2025

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The Strands puzzle for today has the clue "Fire Represents Your Life." It has seven things to find: the Spangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Tips

Stuck but don't want to ruin any of the answers with the in-game hints in this popular PC puzzle game? In the sections below are some nudges toward the theme of today's puzzle without giving away any of the themed words.

General Hint 1

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General Hint 3

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

Each of the two sections below has a single themed word hidden inside. If you want to see a spoiler for this puzzle game, open them up and peer at what's inside them.

Spoiler 1

Spoiler 2

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands Fire Represents Your Life

For the full breakdown of this mind-bogglingly difficult puzzle game, check out the expandable section below. It includes every one of the themed words and their places in the puzzle.

Today's Strands Explained

If you’re struggling to make sense of this mobile puzzle game, check out the expandable section below. It explains how the clue, Spangram, and themed words all connect.

Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Strands website, available on almost any device with a browser.

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Strands
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Released
March 4, 2024
Developer(s)
The New York Times Company
Publisher(s)
The New York Times Company
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
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Genre(s)
Puzzle