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.

If you’re looking for hints and answers for Strands for Friday, June 6, 2025, read on—I’ll share some clues and tips, and finally the solution to the puzzle with the theme “String’s attached.” For an easy way to come back to our Strands hints every day,

The NYT Strands puzzle for June 6, 2025, revolves around the theme “String’s attached,” with the Spangram YOYOTRICK and theme words based on popular yo-yo tricks.