Today's NYT Strands hints and answer solutions to game #440, May 17
3 minute readPublished: Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 5:29 am
NYT Strands #440: Hints, Answers, and Spangram Revealed!
Struggling with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Don't worry, you're not alone! This article provides hints, answers, and a breakdown of the solutions for both Strands #440 (May 17, 2025) and Strands #439 (May 16, 2025).
Strands #440's theme is "She's got game," focusing on WNBA teams. The unofficial hint: "Sports teams." The spangram, the connecting word, is BASKETBALL. The solved words include LYNX, DREAM, WINGS, STORM, FEVER, MERCURY, and LIBERTY. The author, unfamiliar with basketball, found this puzzle particularly challenging, relying on clues and guesswork.
For those who missed it, Strands #439's theme was "To a degree," centered around education. The spangram was GRADUATION. The author found DIPLOMA, GOWN, PHOTO, SPEECH, TASSEL, and PROCESSION to complete the puzzle.
This article offers a helpful guide for players looking for assistance with the popular word puzzle, providing both hints and the final answers.
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