Issue #309 Thu 29 Aug
Strands hints — August 29, 2024
The early morning quiet is often punctuated by the hum of machinery and the steam rising from a ceramic mug. Today's grid requires a steady hand and a bit of patience as you navigate the morning routine.
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Today's theme
Whatever you set the night before is what gets you up — for better or worse.
Morning rituals at the local cafe
BEVERAGE PREFERENCE REQUESTS
Spangram 4 nudges · 11 letters
The connector word
Compound noun
11 letters.
Starts with C, ends with R.
COFFEEORDER
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Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (5 letters)
- 2 C (10 letters)
- 3 E (8 letters)
- 4 I (4 letters)
- 5 L (5 letters)
- 6 M (5 letters)
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Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BL (5 letters)
- 2 CA (10 letters)
- 3 ES (8 letters)
- 4 IC (4 letters)
- 5 LA (5 letters)
- 6 MO (5 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 nudges · 5 letters
A theme word
A purist chooses their drink without any added cream or sugar.
5 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BL.
BLACK
Theme word 2 of 6 5 nudges · 10 letters
A theme word
This drink requires a light dusting of cocoa powder over a thick layer of foam.
10 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CA.
CAPPUCCINO
Theme word 3 of 6 5 nudges · 8 letters
A theme word
A concentrated, high-pressure shot serves as the foundation for many other drinks.
8 letters.
Starts with E.
Starts with ES.
ESPRESSO
Theme word 4 of 6 5 nudges · 4 letters
A theme word
When the temperature rises, this version is poured over a glass full of cubes.
4 letters.
Starts with I.
Starts with IC.
ICED
Theme word 5 of 6 5 nudges · 5 letters
A theme word
This drink features a high ratio of steamed milk to a single shot.
5 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LA.
LATTE
Theme word 6 of 6 5 nudges · 5 letters
A theme word
A sweet combination involving a hint of chocolate syrup mixed into the brew.
5 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOCHA