Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.

Today's spangram answer on Friday, May 23, 2025, is BEANSALAD. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Friday, May 23 first appeared on Parade on May 23, 2025

If you’re looking for hints and answers for Strands for Friday, May 23, 2025, read on—I’ll share some clues and tips, and finally the solution to the puzzle with the theme “The musical fruit.” For an easy way to come back to our Strands hints every day,