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NYT Strands — July 31, 2026
Hints — one at a time
Hint 1 of 5
Today's puzzle theme connects to something tied to the summer sky, symbolized by a big cat.
Hint 2 of 5
The spangram names that summer zodiac sign together with its symbol, written as one long word.
Hint 3 of 5
Every other theme word is a personality trait people often associate with that zodiac sign.
Hint 4 of 5
Think confident, larger-than-life traits — someone who takes charge and loves being the center of attention.
Hint 5 of 5
Theme words include six traits: bold, bossy, charming, dramatic, generous, and loyal — all classic descriptions of this sign.
The answer — spoilers!
Reveal the full answer
Summer Sign
LEOTHELION
BOLD · BOSSY · CHARMING · DRAMATIC · GENEROUS · LOYAL
This puzzle by the numbers
- 10 letters
- 6
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