Issue #464 Tue 10 Jun
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — June 10, 2025
A Tuesday morning brings a puzzle that asks for a little extra mindfulness. Take your time with the grid as the pieces start to click into place.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The small nod you give the person holding the door open long enough for you to pass through.
Social graces and interpersonal conduct
RULES OF CIVILITY
Spangram 4 hints · 8 letters
The connector word
An imperative compound word
8 letters.
Starts with B, ends with E.
BEPOLITE
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 A (9 letters)
- 2 C (8 letters)
- 3 L (6 letters)
- 4 R (7 letters)
- 5 S (5 letters)
- 6 T (5 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AP (9 letters)
- 2 CO (8 letters)
- 3 LI (6 letters)
- 4 RE (7 letters)
- 5 SH (5 letters)
- 6 TH (5 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
Offer a sincere mea culpa when you realize you have stepped on someone's toes.
9 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AP.
APOLOGIZE
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
Take a moment to weigh all the variables before making your final decision.
8 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
CONSIDER
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Give your full attention to the person speaking rather than checking your phone.
6 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LI.
LISTEN
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Treat others with the same level of dignity you hope to receive in return.
7 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RE.
RESPECT
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Pass the plate around the table so everyone gets a portion of the meal.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHARE
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Express your genuine appreciation to the host for a lovely evening.
5 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TH.
THANK
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- APOLOGIZE
- CONSIDER
- LISTEN
- RESPECT
- SHARE
- THANK
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on June 10, 2025. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for June 10, 2025, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on June 10, 2025?
NYT Strands on June 10, 2025 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 6 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the June 10, 2025 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 8 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "B" — 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 June 10, 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 6 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 8-letter spangram