Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns.

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

Warning: Spoilers lie ahead for Strands #490. The official theme for NYT Strands #490 is... "My hero!" And here's an unofficial hint from me: "Extraordinary abilities." If you're still in the dark, here are some useful words to give you those valuable clue tokens: