Issue #56 Sun 28 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 28, 2024
A patient grid for a Sunday morning, requiring a steady hand and a clear head. The clues offer plenty of room for those who prefer to work through their coffee in silence.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
Steam rising against the glass, the sound of rhythmic splashing, and the lingering scent of floral extracts in a humid room.
Daily hygiene and personal care routines.
BATHROOM UTILITIES
Spangram 4 hints · 6 letters
The connector word
A single six-letter noun.
6 letters.
Starts with S, ends with R.
SHOWER
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 C (11 letters)
- 2 R (5 letters)
- 3 S (7 letters)
- 4 S (4 letters)
- 5 S (6 letters)
- 6 W (9 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CO (11 letters)
- 2 RA (5 letters)
- 3 SH (7 letters)
- 4 SO (4 letters)
- 5 SP (6 letters)
- 6 WA (9 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 11 letters
A theme word
Apply this after the initial rinse to smooth out tangles and soften your hair.
11 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
CONDITIONER
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Pass this across your skin to remove unwanted stubble for a clean finish.
5 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RA.
RAZOR
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Work this into a lather at your roots to remove dirt and excess oil.
7 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHAMPOO
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
This bar or liquid creates the bubbles you need to scrub away the day.
4 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SO.
SOAP
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
An absorbent tool that holds water and helps you reach those difficult spots on your back.
6 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SP.
SPONGE
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
A textured piece of fabric used for scrubbing your skin during a bath.
9 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WASHCLOTH
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- CONDITIONER
- RAZOR
- SHAMPOO
- SOAP
- SPONGE
- WASHCLOTH
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 28, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for April 28, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 28, 2024?
NYT Strands on April 28, 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 April 28, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 6 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "S" — 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 April 28, 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 · 6-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 6-letter spangram