Word puzzle lovers, rejoice! If you’re hunting for clues, hints, or the final answer for today’s NYT Strands puzzle (October 12, 2025), you’ve landed in the right spot. Today’s challenge is perfect for card game enthusiasts and casual players alike, with a classic theme that will test your wit and word-hunting strategy.
Today’s NYT Strands at a Glance
| Date | October 12, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Theme | Follow suit |
| Spangram | TRICK TAKING (horizontal orientation) |
| Theme Word Hints | Card games and suits |
| Difficulty | 4 out of 5 |
| Notable Answers | HEARTS, SPADES, BRIDGE, EUCHRE, PINOCHLE, WHIST |
What’s the Theme for Today’s Strands?
The clue “Follow suit” is a playful, double-meaning nod to both card games and the way clues and logic “follow” in word searches. For today’s puzzle, the answers are all trick-taking card games or suits that form the backbone of classic family—and competitive—card nights.
NYT Strands puts players in a 6×8 grid, inviting everyone to uncover words that fit the theme and claim the elusive daily Spangram—a word or phrase that stretches across the puzzle horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
Today’s Spangram & All Answers
The spangram is the golden phrase summing up the puzzle’s entire theme. For October 12, 2025, the spangram is:
TRICK TAKING (horizontal, starting with “TR”)
All theme words were:
- HEARTS
- SPADES
- BRIDGE
- EUCHRE
- PINOCHLE
- WHIST
If you got stumped by “Follow suit,” think: What unites all these words? The answer—spanning skill, a deck of 52 cards, and loads of strategy—is the concept of trick-taking!
How Hard Was Today’s Puzzle?
Rated at 4 out of 5, today’s Strands puzzle is definitely tricky—requiring knowledge of specific card games and card suits. If you were in doubt, many players recommend cracking the spangram as a starting point, which then makes discovering the supporting words much easier.
Tips for Solving NYT Strands
- Start at the Corners: Look for familiar terms in the puzzle’s edges—card suits and short classic game names are good easy spots.
- Use All Resources: Don’t hesitate to tap the in-game hints if you’re stuck. Sometimes, a single nudge can unlock the grid’s logic!
- Think Thematically: Always interpret the daily theme both literally and figuratively. In this case, “follow suit” is a common phrase in card games AND a hint about actual suits in a deck.
- Prioritize the Spangram: Since it uses every letter in the puzzle, cracking it is a gateway to filling the board efficiently.
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FAQs
Q1: What is the spangram for NYT Strands on October 12, 2025?
The spangram is TRICK TAKING—an umbrella term for the family of card games (such as Hearts, Euchre, and Bridge) that are based on winning “tricks” in every round.
Q2: How do I access older Strands puzzles or play the archive?
NYT Strands now features an archive like Wordle and Connections. You can visit the NYT Games archive and select previous dates to play old puzzles—an excellent way to sharpen your skills and never miss a challenge.
