TheStrandspuzzle for today is a weird one; instead of clue, word-search puzzle fans have been given a selection of emojis. It’s unusual for the New York Times Games to make such a strange puzzle, so some might be confused as to how to solve this enigma.
But if you are stuck and don’t want to use the in-game hint system, you can find other kinds of help in the article below. There are explanations for the puzzle, clues to the theme, and even some word spoilers if you want that kind of help with thischallenging puzzle game.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #77 for July 15, 2025
Today’sStrandsclue is✨🔥🌹💀🤩👀💐.There are eight things to find in this puzzle: one Spangram category and seven themed words.
New York Times Games Strands Clues
If you are already familiar with therules of how to playStrands, but you are still in need of a little help, you can find it in the sections below. These three general clues will help you get closer to the theme of the puzzle and the words that go along with it.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: What are each of the pictographs in the clue?
Hint 2: Names of these emoji.
General Hint 3
Hint 3: Name each of these objects for the themed words.
Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today’s Strands
If you want something more substantial than a hint for thisminimalist puzzle game, check out the two sections below. Each has one word that appears in the puzzle, along with where it is positioned.
Word 2: Bouquet
The Answer to Today’s New York Times Games Strands
Still stumped? If you want to see the full spoiler for today’sNew York Times GamesStrands, look below. Inside the expandable section there, you’re able to find the themed words, the Spangram, and each of their positions in the puzzle’s letter grid.
The category for today isEmojis. The words are Rose, Starstruck, Bouquet, Skull, Eyes, Fire, and Sparkles.
Today’s Strands Explained
If you are hoping for an explanation of how the clue, the Spangram, and the themed words all go together, you’re in luck. In the section below is how to put all those pieces together if you may’t figure it out.
The “clue” is✨🔥🌹💀🤩👀💐, which is just the answer to the puzzle. Each of theseEmojihave a name, and that name is a themed word in the puzzle.
Want to play? Check out theNew York Times Games Strandswebsite available on almost any device with a browser.
