If you're struggling with today's NYT Strands puzzle for September 14, 2025, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Below you’ll find hints and the full list of answers to help you finish today’s puzzle.

Today’s Puzzle:

Hurry up!

The goal is to find 7 theme words hidden in the grid. All the words relate to the idea of moving quickly or urging speed.

Hints for Today’s Strands (September 14)

  • Think of words used when someone is running late.
  • Some are direct synonyms for fast.
  • Others are common phrases people shout when they want you to speed up.

Spangram Hint:

The spangram connects the puzzle’s theme. It will run across the board and summarize the overall idea.

Spangram Hint: Something that describes taking your time, the opposite of rushing.

NYT Strands Answers for September 14

Here are all 7 theme words for today’s puzzle:

  • Not so Fast
  • Leisurely
  • Relaxed
  • Sluggish
  • Pokey
  • Slow
  • Steady

How Strands works

Strands is a daily word search puzzle with a twist:

  • You’re given a theme.
  • The grid is packed with hidden words tied to that theme.
  • Words can run in any direction, including diagonals.
  • Once you find all the theme words, you’re done!

Each puzzle usually has around 6–8 theme words.

How to get and use hints

Hints are built right into Strands, and they’re super useful if you’re stuck:

  • To earn a hint, find any non-theme word of at least four letters in the grid.
  • Each valid extra word gives you one hint.
  • When you use a hint, one of the theme words will be revealed automatically, helping you move forward.

Pro tip: Don’t just burn hints — use them strategically when the grid feels impossible. Sometimes a single revealed word unlocks the entire board.

Tips to become a NYT Strands pro

  1. Start with obvious words. Look for clear connections to the theme first.
  2. Scan diagonals early. Strands loves to hide words at an angle.
  3. Build around found words. Once one word is cleared, the leftover letters often point to the next.
  4. Use hints wisely. Earn them steadily by spotting extra words, then save them for when you’re truly stuck.
  5. Think about synonyms. The theme clue isn’t always literal — broaden your thinking.

Did you manage to pull off the win?

The NYT Strands puzzle for September 14, 2025, was all about hurrying up, featuring words and phrases urging speed or describing quickness. Whether you pieced it together instantly or had to search carefully for each word, today’s grid kept the pace exciting and fast.