Issue #409 Wed 16 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 16, 2025
A long walk through manicured grass, interrupted only by the occasional sharp report of contact. Accuracy remains the primary goal today.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The quiet weight of a heavy leather bag slung over a shoulder, rhythmic clicking of metal against metal, and the smell of freshly cut fairways.
Outdoor precision sports
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT FOR A FAIRWAY ROUND
Spangram 4 hints · 9 letters
The connector word
Single compound noun
9 letters.
Starts with G, ends with S.
GOLFCLUBS
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Starting letters
- 1 C (7 letters)
- 2 D (6 letters)
- 3 I (4 letters)
- 4 P (6 letters)
- 5 U (7 letters)
- 6 W (5 letters)
- 7 W (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CH (7 letters)
- 2 DR (6 letters)
- 3 IR (4 letters)
- 4 PU (6 letters)
- 5 UT (7 letters)
- 6 WE (5 letters)
- 7 WO (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Used for short, controlled shots from just off the green.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHIPPER
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
The longest implement in the bag, designed for maximum distance off the tee.
6 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DR.
DRIVER
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
A mid-range metallic tool used for approach shots requiring consistent loft and distance.
4 letters.
Starts with I.
Starts with IR.
IRON
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Precision is everything when you are finally on the green trying to find the cup.
6 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PU.
PUTTER
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A versatile hybrid option that bridges the gap between longer and shorter options.
7 letters.
Starts with U.
Starts with UT.
UTILITY
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Perfect for getting out of deep sand or lofting the ball high over obstacles.
5 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WE.
WEDGE
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
These high-lofted items are built for power and distance on long holes.
4 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WO.
WOOD
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- CHIPPER
- DRIVER
- IRON
- PUTTER
- UTILITY
- WEDGE
- WOOD
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 16, 2025. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for April 16, 2025, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 16, 2025?
NYT Strands on April 16, 2025 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 April 16, 2025 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 9 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "G" — 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 April 16, 2025?
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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- 7 theme words · 9-letter spangram