Issue #58 Tue 30 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 30, 2024
A steady hand is required for today's grid. The path forward is clear enough for those who look closely at the edges.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The final squeeze of a plastic bottle that refuses to give up the last of its contents.
Kitchen pantry essentials
FLAVOR ENHANCING ADDITIVES
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
Single word noun
9 letters.
Starts with C, ends with T.
CONDIMENT
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 A (5 letters)
- 2 K (7 letters)
- 3 M (4 letters)
- 4 M (7 letters)
- 5 S (8 letters)
- 6 T (8 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AI (5 letters)
- 2 KE (7 letters)
- 3 MA (4 letters)
- 4 MU (7 letters)
- 5 SR (8 letters)
- 6 TZ (8 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A rich, creamy emulsion flavored heavily with garlic.
5 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AI.
AIOLI
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
It is the ubiquitous red bottle found in nearly every diner across the country.
7 letters.
Starts with K.
Starts with KE.
KETCHUP
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
This thick white spread is a staple for sandwich shops and potato salads alike.
4 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MA.
MAYO
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Bold, bright yellow seeds crushed into a tangy, sharp paste.
7 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MU.
MUSTARD
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A spicy, garlicky chili sauce that carries a distinctive rooster on the label.
8 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SR.
SRIRACHA
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A cooling blend of yogurt, cucumber, and dill common in Mediterranean cooking.
8 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TZ.
TZATZIKI
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Complete Strands answer
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- AIOLI
- KETCHUP
- MAYO
- MUSTARD
- SRIRACHA
- TZATZIKI
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 30, 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 30, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 30, 2024?
NYT Strands on April 30, 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 30, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "C" — 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 30, 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 · 9-letter spangram
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- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 9-letter spangram