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.

Today's spangram answer on Saturday, May 3, 2025, is DOCTORSKIT. Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s 23-year-old daughter Sasha Obama wore a super-cropped top and low-rise jeans in a rare photo with her sister Malia Obama, causing online buzz over her style.

The New York Times, known for its puzzles since 1942, introduced Strands, a word game challenging players to uncover themed words and a Spangram on a grid. On May 3, 2025, the theme was 'Say “ah,”' with hints pointing to medical items.