NYT Strands Answers for August 13, 2025: Theme, Hints

The New York Times’ Strands puzzle is a challenging twist on word searches. If you’re having trouble with today’s grid for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, here are all the hints, the puzzle-defining spangram, and every theme word you need for a fast finish.

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How NYT Strands Works

• Find theme words related to the daily clue; each letter is used once, with no overlaps.
• Discover three valid non-theme words (minimum 4 letters) to earn a hint.
• Each puzzle includes a spangram — a theme word crossing the board and representing the puzzle’s central idea.

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August 13, 2025: Theme and Hint

• Theme Clue: “Hitchcock festival.”
• Extra Hint: directed by

This puzzle’s theme is classic Alfred Hitchcock movies — iconic film titles directed by the master of suspense.

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Today’s Spangram

• Spangram: FILMTITLE

This word captures the puzzle’s theme: each answer is a famous Hitchcock film.

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All Theme Answers for Today’s Strands

• ROPE
• TOPAZ
• PSYCHO
• VERTIGO
• LIFEBOAT
• NOTORIOUS

Each title is among Hitchcock’s celebrated works, spanning genres from psychological thriller to mystery.

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Strategy Tip

For themed puzzles like this one, look for famous, recognizable Hitchcock movie titles first. Once you spot the spangram, use unused letters to piece together remaining classic films.