Key facts
- The New York Times' Strands game is a word-search puzzle.
- Words are formed by linking letters in any direction.
- A theme links all solution words, and a spangram summarizes the theme.
- Hints and answers are provided for the June 4, 2026 puzzle.
- The theme for June 4, 2026 is 'Smooth moves'.
The New York Times' Strands game, an elevated word-search puzzle, requires players to find words formed by linked letters in any direction, including diagonals. Every letter in the grid is used, and a theme connects all the solution words. A special 'spangram' word or phrase sums up the day's theme and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically. For June 4, 2026, the theme is 'Smooth moves,' with the spangram being 'Poetry in Motion.' The article provides hints for the theme and the spangram, as well as the full list of solution words: Style, Composure, Aplomb, Ease, Grace, and Poise.