NYT Strands Answers and Hints for October 26, 2025 (#602)

Written by Anish | Published: October 26, 2025, | Updated Daily

Today’s NYT Strands Puzzle — October 26, 2025 (#602)

Struggling with today’s NYT Strands puzzle? You’re not alone! The puzzle for October 26, 2025 (No. 602) is a timely one, but some of the answers can be tricky to unscramble.

Whether you’re just looking for a small clue to get you started or you’re ready for the full list of answers, we’ve got you covered. Here is all the help you need to solve today’s Strands.

Today’s NYT Strands Theme (October 26, 2025)

The official theme for puzzle #602 is: Fall-ing

All of the words hidden on the board, including the spangram, are related to this theme.

Hints for Today’s Strands Puzzle

Here are some helpful hints to get you started without giving everything away:

Words you can find include HARD, DUST, MORN, LOOT, HAVE, GALE, LOAF, TOOL, VEST, BUMP, DOUBT, BALE, BALL, FOOT, CHARD.

The theme is Fall-ing, so think of seasonal words like harvest, foliage, and autumn.

Start by identifying any four-letter or longer words to unlock in-game hints.

Today’s Strands Spangram Answer

The spangram is the special theme word that spans the entire board, touching two opposite sides. Finding it can help unlock the rest of the puzzle.

Today’s spangram is:

AUTUMN ✅

How to find it: Look for the “A” in the far-left column (it’s the fifth letter down) and wind your way across the board from there.

Today’s Strands Theme Word Answers

Here are all the theme words for the “Fall-ing” puzzle. Once you find these words and the spangram, every letter on the board will be used.

The answers are:

• CORN
• FOLIAGE
• FOOTBALL
• HARVEST
• ORCHARDS
• PUMPKINS

Puzzle Solved!

Once you’ve found all six theme words and the spangram, the puzzle is complete! This was a fun and festive theme to get you in the spirit of the season.

FAQ About Today’s NYT Strands (#602)

Q1: What is today’s NYT Strands puzzle theme?
A: The theme is “Fall-ing”, focusing on autumn-related words.

Q2: What is today’s spangram?
A: The spangram for Oct 26, 2025 (#602) is AUTUMN.

Q3: What are some of the words in today’s Strands puzzle?
A: Words include CORN, FOLIAGE, HARVEST, FOOTBALL, ORCHARDS, PUMPKINS.

Q4: How do I unlock hints in Strands?
A: Find any three words of four letters or more to reveal one of the theme words.

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Check back tomorrow for more hints and answers for the next Strands puzzle!