Issue #177 Tue 27 Aug
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — August 27, 2024
A steady hand in the kitchen matters as much as a sharp knife. This grid offers a patient, measured pace for your Tuesday morning.
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Today's theme
The slow simmer of garlic and oil, a heavy copper pot, and the long wait for the flavors to marry.
French culinary tradition
VEGETABLE STEW
Spangram 4 hints · 11 letters
The connector word
A single, lengthy noun.
11 letters.
Starts with R, ends with E.
RATATOUILLE
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Starting letters
- 1 E (8 letters)
- 2 O (6 letters)
- 3 P (7 letters)
- 4 T (8 letters)
- 5 Z (8 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 EG (8 letters)
- 2 ON (6 letters)
- 3 PE (7 letters)
- 4 TO (8 letters)
- 5 ZU (8 letters)
Theme word 1 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A glossy, deep-purple fruit that turns tender and creamy when roasted.
8 letters.
Starts with E.
Starts with EG.
EGGPLANT
Theme word 2 of 5 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
These layers bring a sharp, pungent bite that mellows out over low heat.
6 letters.
Starts with O.
Starts with ON.
ONIONS
Theme word 3 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Crisp and colorful pods that add a mild, sweet crunch to the pan.
7 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PE.
PEPPERS
Theme word 4 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
Vine-ripened red spheres that break down into a rich, acidic base.
8 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TO.
TOMATOES
Theme word 5 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A slender green summer squash that softens beautifully in a slow-cooked medley.
8 letters.
Starts with Z.
Starts with ZU.
ZUCCHINI
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- ONIONS
- PEPPERS
- TOMATOES
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on August 27, 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 27, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on August 27, 2024?
NYT Strands on August 27, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 5 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the August 27, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 11 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "R" — 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 27, 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 5 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram