Issue #91 Sun 2 Jun
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — June 2, 2024
A quiet Sunday morning calls for deliberate, slow-motion tasks. Today's grid offers a methodical progression through a familiar routine.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The small orange stick, the glass slab, and the smell of acetone on a cotton ball.
Personal grooming and hand care
FINGERTIP MAINTENANCE STEPS
Spangram 4 hints · 8 letters
The connector word
Single eight-letter noun
8 letters.
Starts with M, ends with E.
MANICURE
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (4 letters)
- 2 B (4 letters)
- 3 C (7 letters)
- 4 C (5 letters)
- 5 F (4 letters)
- 6 M (10 letters)
- 7 T (6 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BA (4 letters)
- 2 BU (4 letters)
- 3 CL (7 letters)
- 4 CO (5 letters)
- 5 FI (4 letters)
- 6 MO (10 letters)
- 7 TO (6 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
An initial layer applied to ensure the following coat adheres properly.
4 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BA.
BASE
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Using a chamois or block to bring out a natural, healthy shine.
4 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BU.
BUFF
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Removing old residue to prepare a fresh surface.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CL.
CLEANSE
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Selecting a shade from the glass bottle to match an outfit or mood.
5 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
COLOR
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Smoothing out the jagged edges to create a uniform shape.
4 letters.
Starts with F.
Starts with FI.
FILE
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
Rubbing a rich cream into the skin to prevent dryness.
10 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOISTURIZE
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A final transparent layer to protect the work and extend its life.
6 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TO.
TOPPER
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- BASE
- BUFF
- CLEANSE
- COLOR
- FILE
- MOISTURIZE
- TOPPER
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on June 2, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for June 2, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on June 2, 2024?
NYT Strands on June 2, 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 June 2, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 8 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 June 2, 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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- 7 theme words · 8-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 8-letter spangram