Issue #57 Mon 29 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 29, 2024
A long day of work often demands a steady rhythm. These grids require a quiet focus to uncover the lines hidden within.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The hum of a soundcheck before the house lights dim and the crowd goes quiet.
Performing arts and entertainment
PROFESSIONAL STAGE PERFORMERS
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
A single-word noun
9 letters.
Starts with M, ends with S.
MUSICIANS
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (6 letters)
- 2 C (6 letters)
- 3 J (5 letters)
- 4 M (8 letters)
- 5 P (4 letters)
- 6 P (6 letters)
- 7 S (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BR (6 letters)
- 2 CO (6 letters)
- 3 JE (5 letters)
- 4 ME (8 letters)
- 5 PI (4 letters)
- 6 PR (6 letters)
- 7 SE (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A glass of warmed spirit enjoyed after a cold evening.
6 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BR.
BRANDY
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Something shared by everyone in the room.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
COMMON
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A precious stone worn on a ring or necklace.
5 letters.
Starts with J.
Starts with JE.
JEWEL
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A hearty dinner dish baked in a loaf pan.
8 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with ME.
MEATLOAF
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The color of a soft sunset or a blooming flower.
4 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PI.
PINK
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A royal heir waiting to take the throne.
6 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PR.
PRINCE
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
An aquatic mammal often found in cold northern waters.
4 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SE.
SEAL
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- BRANDY
- COMMON
- JEWEL
- MEATLOAF
- PINK
- PRINCE
- SEAL
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 29, 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 29, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 29, 2024?
NYT Strands on April 29, 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 April 29, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "M" — 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 29, 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.
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- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram