The New York Times introduced its first crossword in 1942 and has since expanded its puzzle offerings. Strands, launched recently, challenges players to find theme-related words and a Spangram on a letter grid.

If you’re looking for hints and answers for Strands for Saturday, June 7, 2025, read on—I’ll share some clues and tips, and finally the solution to the puzzle with the theme “I am what I am.” For an easy way to come back to our Strands hints every day,