Issue #188 Sat 7 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — September 7, 2024
A steady hand and a clear eye are all that is required for today's grid. We look to the looms and the threads that hold our daily lives together.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
A dressmaker's shears cutting through a roll of material on a wooden table.
Textiles and garment construction.
THREADS USED IN TAILORING
Spangram 4 hints · 6 letters
The connector word
A single six-letter noun.
6 letters.
Starts with F, ends with C.
FABRIC
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 C (7 letters)
- 2 D (5 letters)
- 3 J (6 letters)
- 4 M (6 letters)
- 5 S (5 letters)
- 6 S (7 letters)
- 7 V (6 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CH (7 letters)
- 2 DE (5 letters)
- 3 JE (6 letters)
- 4 MU (6 letters)
- 5 SA (5 letters)
- 6 SP (7 letters)
- 7 VE (6 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Sheer and lightweight, this delicate weave is often found in evening wear.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHIFFON
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
The sturdy, blue-dyed twill that became a staple of American workwear.
5 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DE.
DENIM
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A soft, knit material known for its stretch, frequently used in athletic uniforms.
6 letters.
Starts with J.
Starts with JE.
JERSEY
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A plain-woven cotton often used for dressmaking mock-ups and prototypes.
6 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MU.
MUSLIN
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A smooth, glossy finish that catches the light with a distinctive sheen.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SA.
SATIN
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A synthetic fiber celebrated for its extreme elasticity and close-fitting comfort.
7 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SP.
SPANDEX
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A dense, short-pile pile weave known for its luxurious, soft texture.
6 letters.
Starts with V.
Starts with VE.
VELVET
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- CHIFFON
- DENIM
- JERSEY
- MUSLIN
- SATIN
- SPANDEX
- VELVET
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 7, 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 7, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 7, 2024?
NYT Strands on September 7, 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 September 7, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 6 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "F" — 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 7, 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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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 6-letter spangram