Issue #187 Fri 6 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — September 6, 2024
A tidy grid often hides a familiar narrative. Today brings a classic set of associations that rewards a steady hand.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
Small bowls left on the table and a hollowed-out wooden seat waiting in the corner.
Classic children's literature
TRIO OF FAMILIAL FOREST DWELLERS
Spangram 4 hints · 10 letters
The connector word
Compound noun
10 letters.
Starts with T, ends with S.
THREEBEARS
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (4 letters)
- 2 B (4 letters)
- 3 C (6 letters)
- 4 H (4 letters)
- 5 M (4 letters)
- 6 P (4 letters)
- 7 P (8 letters)
- 8 S (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BA (4 letters)
- 2 BE (4 letters)
- 3 CH (6 letters)
- 4 HA (4 letters)
- 5 MA (4 letters)
- 6 PA (4 letters)
- 7 PO (8 letters)
- 8 SO (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The smallest member of the household requires the most attention.
4 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BA.
BABY
Theme word 2 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Where you go to recharge after a long day of work.
4 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BE.
BEDS
Theme word 3 of 8 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A piece of furniture meant for sitting that you might pull up to a table.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHAIRS
Theme word 4 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
When something provides too much resistance to the touch.
4 letters.
Starts with H.
Starts with HA.
HARD
Theme word 5 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The person who usually keeps the household running smoothly.
4 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MA.
MAMA
Theme word 6 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The figure often seen reading the newspaper in his favorite spot.
4 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PA.
PAPA
Theme word 7 of 8 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A warm, grain-based breakfast that is best served at the proper temperature.
8 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PO.
PORRIDGE
Theme word 8 of 8 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The quality of a pillow that makes it easy to sink into.
4 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SO.
SOFT
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- BABY
- BEDS
- CHAIRS
- HARD
- MAMA
- PAPA
- PORRIDGE
- SOFT
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 6, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for September 6, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 6, 2024?
NYT Strands on September 6, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 8 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the September 6, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 10 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "T" — 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 September 6, 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 8 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 8 theme words · 10-letter spangram
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 8 theme words · 10-letter spangram