Issue #358 Mon 24 Feb
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — February 24, 2025
A Monday morning grid that asks for a bit of focus. Take your time with the connections and keep an eye on how the pieces fit together.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The sound of a subway train pulling away just as you reach the platform.
Physical movement and locomotion
MODES OF HUMAN LOCOMOTION
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
A single imperative phrasal verb
9 letters.
Starts with G, ends with G.
GETMOVING
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 M (5 letters)
- 2 S (7 letters)
- 3 S (4 letters)
- 4 S (6 letters)
- 5 S (5 letters)
- 6 T (6 letters)
- 7 W (6 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 MO (5 letters)
- 2 SH (7 letters)
- 3 SK (4 letters)
- 4 ST (6 letters)
- 5 ST (5 letters)
- 6 TI (6 letters)
- 7 WA (6 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A slow, aimless pace through the park when you have nowhere to be.
5 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOSEY
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Dragging your feet across the floor without lifting them entirely.
7 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHUFFLE
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A light, bounding movement that adds a bit of bounce to your commute.
4 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SK.
SKIP
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A leisurely walk taken to enjoy the neighborhood scenery.
6 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with ST.
STROLL
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Walking with a confident, proud posture that demands attention.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with ST.
STRUT
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Moving silently on the balls of your feet to avoid waking the house.
6 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TI.
TIPTOE
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
The awkward, side-to-side gait of someone carrying a heavy load.
6 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WADDLE
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Complete Strands answer
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- MOSEY
- SHUFFLE
- SKIP
- STROLL
- STRUT
- TIPTOE
- WADDLE
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on February 24, 2025. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for February 24, 2025, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on February 24, 2025?
NYT Strands on February 24, 2025 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 7 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the February 24, 2025 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "G" — the hints above ease you toward the rest one step at a time, without spelling it out.
What is the theme of NYT Strands on February 24, 2025?
We keep the theme under wraps here so nothing is spoiled — but the ladder above walks you into it, starting with the puzzle's overall vibe. Want it stated outright, with the spangram and all 7 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram