Issue #257 Fri 15 Nov
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — November 15, 2024
A light, crisp start to the day. Today's grid offers a balanced tempo for those who prefer their wordplay with a side of crunch.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The sharp snap of a heavy knife through a chilled, dense head before the bowl is tossed.
Garden produce and culinary staples
EDIBLE GARDEN COMPONENTS
Spangram 4 hints · 11 letters
The connector word
A single compound noun.
11 letters.
Starts with S, ends with S.
SALADGREENS
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Starting letters
- 1 I (7 letters)
- 2 K (4 letters)
- 3 R (9 letters)
- 4 R (7 letters)
- 5 W (10 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
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First two letters
- 1 IC (7 letters)
- 2 KA (4 letters)
- 3 RA (9 letters)
- 4 RO (7 letters)
- 5 WA (10 letters)
Theme word 1 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A dense, pale head that keeps its cool even in the heat of the kitchen.
7 letters.
Starts with I.
Starts with IC.
ICEBERG
Theme word 2 of 5 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Dark, ruffled leaves that often find their way into a morning smoothie or a sturdy sauté.
4 letters.
Starts with K.
Starts with KA.
KALE
Theme word 3 of 5 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
These bitter, deep-purple leaves add a sharp, colorful contrast to a bowl of milder greens.
9 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RA.
RADICCHIO
Theme word 4 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Long, upright stalks with a firm texture that form the backbone of a classic Caesar.
7 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RO.
ROMAINE
Theme word 5 of 5 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
Tiny, peppery sprigs that thrive in damp soil and add a bright kick to any plate.
10 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WATERCRESS
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- ICEBERG
- KALE
- RADICCHIO
- ROMAINE
- WATERCRESS
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on November 15, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for November 15, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on November 15, 2024?
NYT Strands on November 15, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 5 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the November 15, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 11 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "S" — 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 November 15, 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 5 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram