Issue #21 Sun 24 Mar
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — March 24, 2024
A morning routine is rarely just about getting clean. This grid asks you to step through the sequence of a standard bathroom ritual.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The drain is running, the water is warm, and your hands are occupied with the start of a daily ritual.
Personal grooming and hygiene.
BATHROOM MAINTENANCE STEPS
Spangram 4 hints · 8 letters
The connector word
Single compound word.
8 letters.
Starts with H, ends with E.
HAIRCARE
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 A (5 letters)
- 2 C (9 letters)
- 3 L (6 letters)
- 4 M (10 letters)
- 5 R (5 letters)
- 6 T (5 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AP (5 letters)
- 2 CO (9 letters)
- 3 LA (6 letters)
- 4 MO (10 letters)
- 5 RI (5 letters)
- 6 TO (5 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Spread a dollop of product evenly across your palms before working it in.
5 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AP.
APPLY
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
Let the creamy formula sit for a few minutes to soften stubborn tangles.
9 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
CONDITION
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Work the suds into a thick, bubbly foam.
6 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LA.
LATHER
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
Seal in hydration with a thick cream to keep everything smooth.
10 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOISTURIZE
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Stand under the stream until the water runs clear.
5 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RI.
RINSE
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Pat your head gently to remove excess moisture without causing frizz.
5 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TO.
TOWEL
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- APPLY
- CONDITION
- LATHER
- MOISTURIZE
- RINSE
- TOWEL
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on March 24, 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 24, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on March 24, 2024?
NYT Strands on March 24, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 6 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the March 24, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 8 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "H" — 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 24, 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 6 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 6 theme words · 8-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 8-letter spangram