The article reviews a creatively designed Sunday crossword puzzle themed around Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner, featuring intricate grid art, black square arrangements, and references to animation and classic cartoons, highlighting the constructor's innovative approach and thematic elements.
The article provides hints, solutions, and insights for the NYT Strands puzzle dated May 27, 2025, with the theme 'A strange new world.' The spangram is 'DYSTOPIANNOVEL,' and the theme words include 'HUNGER,' 'GAMES,' 'HANDMAIDS,' 'TALE,' 'ANIMAL,' and 'FARM,' referencing dystopian literature like 'The Hunger Games,' 'The Handmaid's Tale,' and 'Animal Farm.' The article explains how to solve the puzzle and offers tips for players.