Issue #208 Fri 27 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — September 27, 2024
History is a matter of stone and scale. Today we look at the old architecture that defines a long-gone era.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
You stand before a heavy iron gate, feeling the damp chill of centuries-old granite.
Historical fortification architecture
MEDIEVAL DEFENSIVE STRONGHOLD
Spangram 4 hints · 6 letters
The connector word
A single six-letter noun.
6 letters.
Starts with C, ends with E.
CASTLE
Group hint 1 reveal
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Starting letters
- 1 C (9 letters)
- 2 D (10 letters)
- 3 K (4 letters)
- 4 M (4 letters)
- 5 T (5 letters)
- 6 T (6 letters)
- 7 W (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CO (9 letters)
- 2 DR (10 letters)
- 3 KE (4 letters)
- 4 MO (4 letters)
- 5 TO (5 letters)
- 6 TU (6 letters)
- 7 WA (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
The open space at the center where the stone paths converge.
9 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
COURTYARD
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
A bridge that lifts to prevent entry across the water.
10 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DR.
DRAWBRIDGE
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The innermost and strongest section of a fortified residence.
4 letters.
Starts with K.
Starts with KE.
KEEP
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A deep, wide ditch filled with water surrounding the perimeter.
4 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MO.
MOAT
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A tall, narrow structure that rises high above the rest of the grounds.
5 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TO.
TOWER
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A small, rounded projection at the corner of a larger building.
6 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TU.
TURRET
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
The massive stone barrier that encloses the entire property.
4 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WALL
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- COURTYARD
- DRAWBRIDGE
- KEEP
- MOAT
- TOWER
- TURRET
- WALL
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 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 September 27, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 27, 2024?
NYT Strands on September 27, 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 27, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 6 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "C" — 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 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 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