NYT Strands today: Clues, answers, Spangram for August 9, 2025

The New York Times’ latest puzzle game, Strands, challenges players daily with themed word grids, reminiscent of a blend between Connections, Spelling Bee, and crossword puzzles. On August 9, 2025, the theme is “Gastronomic gadgets,” tasking players to find hidden words like MIXER, WHISK, and SPATULA. The Spangram, KITCHENTOOL, stretches across the board, encapsulating the theme.