Issue #173 Fri 23 Aug
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — August 23, 2024
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Today's theme
You walk past the open window of a perfumery and the neighborhood air changes entirely for a block.
Fragrance and personal grooming products
NATURAL AROMATIC ELEMENTS
Spangram 4 hints · 12 letters
The connector word
Single compound word
12 letters.
Starts with C, ends with S.
COMMONSCENTS
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Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 C (5 letters)
- 2 L (8 letters)
- 3 L (5 letters)
- 4 M (4 letters)
- 5 R (4 letters)
- 6 S (10 letters)
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Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CE (5 letters)
- 2 LA (8 letters)
- 3 LE (5 letters)
- 4 MU (4 letters)
- 5 RO (4 letters)
- 6 SA (10 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
The aromatic wood often used to line closets and keep moths at bay.
5 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CE.
CEDAR
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A purple field in Provence that signals a quiet evening.
8 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LA.
LAVENDER
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
The bright, zesty rind that cuts through the sweetness of a morning tea.
5 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LE.
LEMON
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A heavy, base note that lingers long after the initial spray has faded.
4 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MU.
MUSK
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A classic garden staple known for its velvet petals and sharp thorns.
4 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RO.
ROSE
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
The creamy, earthy oil frequently burned in temples to encourage meditation.
10 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SA.
SANDALWOOD
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- CEDAR
- LAVENDER
- LEMON
- MUSK
- ROSE
- SANDALWOOD
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on August 23, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for August 23, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on August 23, 2024?
NYT Strands on August 23, 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 August 23, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 12 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 August 23, 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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Today
- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 12-letter spangram