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The dailyStrandspuzzle is here, and today’s grid is filled with seemingly-random letters hiding a collection of themed words. And all are connected by a single, vague clue. Solving it requires finding all the words, using each letter just once, and deciphering the theme, a task that can be surprisingly tricky.
Thankfully, you aren’t alone in trying to figure out the answers to thisdifficult puzzle game. If you need in need of some help, this article offers general theme hints, spoilers for a few of the individual answers, an explanation of the puzzle, and the full solution if you are completely lost.
The NYT Games Strands In Stitches #385 July 14, 2025
TheStrandspuzzle for today has the clueIn Stitches. It has eight things to find: the Spangram and seven themed words.
NYT Strands Spangram Tips and Theme Hints
Looking for theme hints that don’t spoil any words? Check out the sections below. Each one contains a subtle clue to guide you closer to the theme without giving away the answers.
Hint 2: A stitch to decorate or put back together.
General Spangram Hint 3
Hint 3: Things that require loops, stitches, and thread to make, fix, or decorate clothing.
Spoilers for Today’s New York Times Strands
If you want to see a spoiler or two for thisfree in-browser game, check out the sections below. Inside each one will be one spoiled word and a screenshot of where it goes in the puzzle.
Word 2: Crochet
The Answer to the NYT In Stitches Strands
For the full breakdown of theNew York TimesGamesStrandsfor today, check out the section below. It includes all the themed words, the Spangram, and a screenshot of where each word fits in the grid.
The category for today isNeedle Work. The words are Crochet, Darn, Mend, Patch, Embroider, Knit, and Weave.
Today’s Strands Explained
If you’re struggling to piece together thisrewarding puzzle game, this is for you. The section below explains how the clue, the Spangram, and the themed words align to create a cohesive solution.
Each of the themed words from today’s puzzle are different kinds ofNeedle Work, or sewing/mending/making cloth. The clue isIn Stitchesbecause many of these require laying down a lot of stitches, loops, and other similar structures with threads.
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