Issue #237 Sat 26 Oct
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — October 26, 2024
A quiet Saturday morning puzzle. The grid is straightforward, providing a steady pace for those who prefer to solve with a warm cup of coffee nearby.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The hum of a choir in a cavernous stone hall, or the crackle of a needle hitting a record.
Performing arts and classic compositions.
TYPES OF HUMAN PERFORMANCE
Spangram 4 hints · 10 letters
The connector word
A compound single word.
10 letters.
Starts with V, ends with C.
VOCALMUSIC
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Starting letters
- 1 A (4 letters)
- 2 B (6 letters)
- 3 J (6 letters)
- 4 L (7 letters)
- 5 S (6 letters)
- 6 S (9 letters)
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Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AR (4 letters)
- 2 BA (6 letters)
- 3 JI (6 letters)
- 4 LU (7 letters)
- 5 SH (6 letters)
- 6 SP (9 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A solo spotlight moment in an opera house.
4 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AR.
ARIA
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A slow, narrative piece often accompanied by a guitar.
6 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BA.
BALLAD
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A catchy, repetitive tune designed to stay in your head all day.
6 letters.
Starts with J.
Starts with JI.
JINGLE
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
The soft melody hummed to help a child drift off to sleep.
7 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LU.
LULLABY
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A rhythmic work song once used by sailors to keep pace on deck.
6 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHANTY
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
A deeply expressive religious song rooted in tradition.
9 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SP.
SPIRITUAL
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- ARIA
- BALLAD
- JINGLE
- LULLABY
- SHANTY
- SPIRITUAL
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on October 26, 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 26, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on October 26, 2024?
NYT Strands on October 26, 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 26, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 10 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "V" — 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 26, 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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- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 10-letter spangram