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NYT Strands — August 13, 2026
Hints — one at a time
Hint 1 of 5
Today's grid centers on words describing passionate, high-intensity energy.
Hint 2 of 5
Every non-spangram word is a synonym for being fiery, passionate, or extremely intense in feeling or manner.
Hint 3 of 5
The spangram is a word for someone who stirs up strong feelings or controversy with fervent, outspoken views.
Hint 4 of 5
It stretches across the board and often describes a passionate advocate or agitator.
Hint 5 of 5
Look for FERVENT, FIERCE, HEATED, INTENSE, TORRID and ZEALOUS, all spanned by FIREBRAND.
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FIREBRAND
FERVENT · FIERCE · HEATED · INTENSE · TORRID · ZEALOUS
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