Issue #16 Tue 19 Mar
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — March 19, 2024
Small tokens carry heavy weight when you are looking for a sign. Today’s grid rewards those who keep their eyes open for the minor details that might just turn the tide.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The metal glint at the bottom of a fountain or the tiny red speck spotted on a leaf in the garden.
Folklore and classic superstitions
TRADITIONAL TOKENS OF GOOD FORTUNE
Spangram 4 hints · 11 letters
The connector word
Compound noun
11 letters.
Starts with L, ends with S.
LUCKYCHARMS
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Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 H (9 letters)
- 2 L (7 letters)
- 3 P (5 letters)
- 4 S (8 letters)
- 5 W (8 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 HO (9 letters)
- 2 LA (7 letters)
- 3 PE (5 letters)
- 4 SH (8 letters)
- 5 WI (8 letters)
Theme word 1 of 5 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
Nailed to the door frame to keep the bad energy out and the good stuff in.
9 letters.
Starts with H.
Starts with HO.
HORSESHOE
Theme word 2 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A garden visitor with a spotted shell that signals a bit of grace in the greenery.
7 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LA.
LADYBUG
Theme word 3 of 5 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Found face up on the sidewalk, it is the smallest unit of wealth that still counts as a win.
5 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PE.
PENNY
Theme word 4 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A green sprig with a specific leaf count that is synonymous with Irish heritage.
8 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHAMROCK
Theme word 5 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
Snapped between two people after dinner to see who gets their heart's desire.
8 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WI.
WISHBONE
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- HORSESHOE
- LADYBUG
- PENNY
- SHAMROCK
- WISHBONE
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on March 19, 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 19, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on March 19, 2024?
NYT Strands on March 19, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 5 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the March 19, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 11 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "L" — 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 19, 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 5 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram