Issue #6 Sat 9 Mar
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — March 9, 2024
Today's grid requires a delicate touch. Approach these entries with care, as the connections are easily compromised.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
A porcelain saucer slipping through your fingers, the spiderweb crack appearing in a windowpane, or a thin vase knocked off a high shelf.
Physical properties of fragile objects
THINGS EASILY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
Single adjective word
9 letters.
Starts with B, ends with E.
BREAKABLE
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (5 letters)
- 2 H (5 letters)
- 3 M (4 letters)
- 4 P (7 letters)
- 5 R (6 letters)
- 6 S (7 letters)
- 7 S (5 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BR (5 letters)
- 2 HE (5 letters)
- 3 MO (4 letters)
- 4 PR (7 letters)
- 5 RE (6 letters)
- 6 SI (7 letters)
- 7 SW (5 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A loaf left on the counter for too long turns rock-hard or begins to sprout fuzzy spots.
5 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BR.
BREAD
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Physicians often listen for a rhythmic thumping behind the ribs to check on this vital organ.
5 letters.
Starts with H.
Starts with HE.
HEART
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Damp basements often foster this unwanted, greenish growth on old paper or leather.
4 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOLD
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A solemn vow or a sworn oath that one expects to be kept at all costs.
7 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PR.
PROMISE
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
The vinyl disc spins on the turntable, capturing every note of the performance.
6 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RE.
RECORD
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
The library reading room is designed to maintain this state of absolute quiet.
7 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SI.
SILENCE
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Strenuous physical exertion often leaves a salty film across the forehead.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SW.
SWEAT
Spoiler zone
Complete Strands answer
Open only the solution you want to see. Each answer stays hidden until you choose to reveal it.
Reveal the spangram
Reveal all theme words
- BREAD
- HEART
- MOLD
- PROMISE
- RECORD
- SILENCE
- SWEAT
Verified solution for .
Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on March 9, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for March 9, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on March 9, 2024?
NYT Strands on March 9, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 7 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the March 9, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "B" — the hints above ease you toward the rest one step at a time, without spelling it out.
What is the theme of NYT Strands on March 9, 2024?
We keep the theme under wraps here so nothing is spoiled — but the ladder above walks you into it, starting with the puzzle's overall vibe. Want it stated outright, with the spangram and all 7 words? Open the answer section on this page.
Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram
Today on Cluestand
Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram