Daily puzzle hints
Strands hints for 2026-08-02
Updated 2026-08-02T00:00:00.000Z. Reveal clues one layer at a time and keep answers hidden until you need them.
Reveal short hint
Look for words that feel connected by a shared everyday category.
Reveal hint 2
Start by finding one short answer near an edge of the grid.
Reveal hint 3
The longer theme phrase should explain why the smaller answers belong together.
Reveal hint 4
Use the spangram helper only after you have tested the most obvious path.
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