HIGHLIGHTS
- Today’s NYT Strands theme is “Kitty Corner,” meaning players must identify hidden words related to common cat behaviors.
- The spangram for today is “Cat Behavior,” and the other seven words describe the various ways a cat reacts or responds.
- HI, PU, SW, BL, ST, SN and PO are the first two letters of the remaining answers for today’s NYT Strands.
In NYT Strands, players are presented with a word grid centered around a specific theme, challenging them to find related words.
Yesterday’s players had to discover six hidden words related to the theme “Two Thumbs Up.“
Today’s NYT Strands theme is “Kitty Corner,” meaning players must identify hidden words related to the theme.
Kitty Corner Meaning In The NYT Strands
At first glance, today’s puzzle theme, Kitty Corner, made me think it was related to cats.

There was no way to confirm it unless I started looking for words associated with the theme.
In such cases, the best approach for players is to start looking for a spangram hidden within the word grid.
Every puzzle includes a spangram—a word that best represents the theme and spans the board from one side to the other.

Today’s spangram, “Cat Behavior,” begins at the third letter in the first row and ends at the fourth letter in the last row.
After deciphering the spangram, we now have a better understanding of the types of words hidden in the word grid.
All Answers For NYT Strands For March 9, 2025
Marking words that appear in the grid but are unrelated to the theme will help fill the hint bar.

Once completely filled by marking three unrelated words, it can be used to highlight the letters of one of the answers.
To complete today’s NYT Strands puzzle and achieve a perfect score, you must highlight eight words, including the spangram.
Here are all the words you’ll find in the NYT Strands for March 9, 2025:
- Hiss
- Purr
- Swat
- Blink
- Stretch
- Snuggle
- Pounce
Today’s Strands was quite straightforward, as each words are related to common cat behaviors.

Each word reflects a different way a cat might respond or react, which ties into the theme of “Kitty Corner.”
Once you mark all the answers, you’ll complete today’s puzzle and wait until midnight for the next game.
In the meantime, stay engaged by exploring other NYT games like Wordle, Connections, Spelling Bee, and more.