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NYT Strands hints for October 22, 2026
Today's NYT Strands hints reveal family-themed word puzzle answers.
In brief
Today's NYT Strands hints reveal family-themed word puzzle answers. The NYT Strands puzzle for October 22, 2026 uses family-related words with a vertical spangram answer of 'Family Ties'. Originally reported by Mashable.
Today's NYT Strands hints
Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you have a large family.
Strands game rules
Strands requires linked letters in all directions to form words with a theme and spangram.
Today's theme
The words describe being related to someone, with a vertical spangram answer of Family Ties.
Word list for October 22
Blood, Ancestors, Family Ties, Kinfolk, Brethren, Offspring are today's words.
The big picture
The NYT Strands puzzle for October 22, 2026 uses family-related words with a vertical spangram answer of 'Family Ties'.
