Issue #203 Sun 22 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — September 22, 2024
A quiet Sunday grid that invites a steady, measured pace. The pieces fit together with a precision that rewards those who take their time.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
Cold air, a stuck-in-throat moment, the camera flash you weren't ready for — three different snags, same body.
Human anatomy and biological systems
VITAL BIOLOGICAL COMPONENTS
Spangram 4 hints · 14 letters
The connector word
Single word
14 letters.
Starts with I, ends with S.
INTERNALORGANS
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (5 letters)
- 2 H (5 letters)
- 3 K (7 letters)
- 4 L (5 letters)
- 5 L (5 letters)
- 6 S (7 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BR (5 letters)
- 2 HE (5 letters)
- 3 KI (7 letters)
- 4 LI (5 letters)
- 5 LU (5 letters)
- 6 ST (7 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
This is the command center that processes every thought and memory.
5 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BR.
BRAIN
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A rhythmic, steady pulse marks the time for the entire system.
5 letters.
Starts with H.
Starts with HE.
HEART
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
These bean-shaped filters work constantly to process and clean the blood.
7 letters.
Starts with K.
Starts with KI.
KIDNEYS
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
This large, dense mass is responsible for filtering toxins and managing metabolism.
5 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LI.
LIVER
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A pair of elastic sacs that expand and contract with every breath.
5 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LU.
LUNGS
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
This muscular pouch churns and breaks down everything you consume.
7 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with ST.
STOMACH
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- BRAIN
- HEART
- KIDNEYS
- LIVER
- LUNGS
- STOMACH
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 22, 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 22, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 22, 2024?
NYT Strands on September 22, 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 September 22, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 14 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "I" — 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 22, 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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- 6 theme words · 14-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 14-letter spangram