Issue #217 Sun 6 Oct
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — October 6, 2024
A patient grid for a Sunday morning. The clues are straightforward, though they demand a bit of focus to assemble the final picture.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
A wooden bowl, a row of sorted ingredients, and the sharp glint of a fork waiting to toss them together.
Classic restaurant menu staples
ICONIC LAYERED DINER LUNCH
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
A single compound word
9 letters.
Starts with C, ends with D.
COBBSALAD
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (5 letters)
- 2 C (7 letters)
- 3 E (4 letters)
- 4 G (6 letters)
- 5 T (6 letters)
- 6 V (11 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BA (5 letters)
- 2 CH (7 letters)
- 3 EG (4 letters)
- 4 GR (6 letters)
- 5 TO (6 letters)
- 6 VI (11 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Crispy, salty strips that provide the crunch in a hearty breakfast.
5 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BA.
BACON
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Roasted or grilled protein often served in thin, tender slices.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHICKEN
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Hard-boiled or soft-cooked, these add a rich, creamy texture to the bowl.
4 letters.
Starts with E.
Starts with EG.
EGGS
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Fresh, crisp leaves that serve as the foundation for the entire meal.
6 letters.
Starts with G.
Starts with GR.
GREENS
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A juicy, red fruit that adds a necessary pop of acidity and color.
6 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TO.
TOMATO
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 11 letters
A theme word
The sharp, emulsified dressing that ties every distinct component together.
11 letters.
Starts with V.
Starts with VI.
VINAIGRETTE
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- BACON
- CHICKEN
- EGGS
- GREENS
- TOMATO
- VINAIGRETTE
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on October 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 October 6, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on October 6, 2024?
NYT Strands on October 6, 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 October 6, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 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 October 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 6 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 6 theme words · 9-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 9-letter spangram