Having trouble finding the words in today’s NYT Strands puzzle? If you’re looking for a new word game challenge after tiring of Wordle and Connections, Strands might be the perfect fit. If you’re stuck, these hints and the solution for the February 12, 2025, Strands puzzle will help. We’ve included hints, the answers, and the Spangram to help you succeed.
Today’s Strands Theme for February 12
Before we get to the hints, it’s important to know that NYT Strands is a word search game from The New York Times.
Today’s theme for the February 12, 2025, Strands is — Don’t stop believin’
NYT Strands Hint for Today
Today’s Spangram hint: The American rock band that released the hit single “Don’t Stop Believin’” on the album Escape in 1981.
Once you’ve found the Spangram, finding the theme words should be easier. If you’re still struggling, here are hints for a couple of the theme words.
Spoiler Warning:
Scroll past this point AT YOUR OWN RISK. Hints and answers for today’s Strands below.
To help you solve the puzzle, here are some hints:
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Hint #1: A state of being without friends, family, or company; starts with “L” and ends with “Y”.
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Hint #2: The point at which one day ends and the next begins; starts with “M” and ends with “T”.
Strands Spangram Position: Is It Vertical or Horizontal?
The Spangram for today’s Strands is mostly HORIZONTAL.
Here are the locations of the first and last letters of the Spangram:
- First letter: Column 6, Row 4
- Last letter: Column 1, Row 7
Today’s Strands Solutions
Here’s how to solve today’s puzzle.
Identify the Spangram First
This method usually allows you to pinpoint the overall theme which in turn makes it easier to identify other words related to the theme.
Step 1: Start by examining the board for longer words, as the Spangram tends to be one of the longer words in the puzzle.
Step 2: Look for potential starting and ending letters based on the Spangram hint provided.
Step 3: Once you identify the first few letters, try connecting them in a straight line (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) to see if they form a recognizable word.
Step 4: If the word seems to fit the hint, mark it as the Spangram.
Using Hints to Find Theme Words
Step 1: Analyze the provided hints carefully.
Step 2: Focus on the starting and ending letters, as they significantly narrow down the possibilities.
Step 3: Scan the board for words that match the letter pattern and relate to the hint’s meaning.
Step 4: If you find a potential word, try connecting the letters to see if it forms a valid path.
Systematic Grid Search
Step 1: Start with the first row and systematically check each possible word combination.
Step 2: Repeat this process for each row, column, and diagonal on the board.
Step 3: Look for words that relate to the theme or match the length of the missing words.
Step 4: Keep track of the words you’ve already checked to avoid repetition.
Today’s Strands Spangram Answer
The Spangram for today’s Strands #346 on February 12, 2025, is — JOURNEY
Today’s Strands Answers: Words List
Here are the answers for NYT Strands on February 12, 2025:
- GIRL
- TRAIN
- TOOK
- TOWN
- SMALL
- MIDNIGHT
- WORLD
- LONELY
Today’s Strands featured words from a famous hit by an American band, sung by their lead vocalist Steve Perry. Once I saw the theme, I could easily spot GIRL and TRAIN, which helped me crack the Spangram and the remaining theme words.
Yesterday’s Strands Answers
Are you looking for hints and answers to Strands game #345 from February 11, 2025? You can find NYT Strands hints for February 11 here.
Share your experience with today’s Strands game in the comments. See you tomorrow for the next puzzle.