Issue #766 Wed 8 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 8, 2026
The quiet comfort of a well-made room offers a sense of rest and restoration. This grid explores the various layers and fabrics one might encounter when retiring for the evening.
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Today's theme
Freshly laundered linens pulled tight and tucked into corners before a long night of sleep.
Domestic textiles for rest and sleep.
SLEEPING LAYERS AND LINENS
Spangram 4 hints · 10 letters
The connector word
A compound noun.
10 letters.
Starts with B, ends with S.
BEDCLOTHES
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Starting letters
- 1 A (6 letters)
- 2 B (7 letters)
- 3 C (9 letters)
- 4 Q (5 letters)
- 5 S (6 letters)
- 6 T (5 letters)
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Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AF (6 letters)
- 2 BL (7 letters)
- 3 CO (9 letters)
- 4 QU (5 letters)
- 5 SP (6 letters)
- 6 TH (5 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A colorful, hand-knitted wrap often featuring zig-zag patterns or granny squares.
6 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AF.
AFGHAN
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A simple, heavy layer of wool or fleece used to retain body heat during the night.
7 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BL.
BLANKET
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 9 letters
A theme word
This thick, plush item is often stuffed with feathers or synthetic batting for maximum warmth.
9 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
COMFORTER
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A traditional top layer created by stitching three layers of textile together, often in a decorative pattern.
5 letters.
Starts with Q.
Starts with QU.
QUILT
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A large, thin bedchamber textile draped over the entire mattress and its supports.
6 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SP.
SPREAD
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A small, casual textile used for light warmth or as an accent piece in a room.
5 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TH.
THROW
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- AFGHAN
- BLANKET
- COMFORTER
- QUILT
- SPREAD
- THROW
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 8, 2026. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for April 8, 2026, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 8, 2026?
NYT Strands on April 8, 2026 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 April 8, 2026 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 10 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "B" — 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 8, 2026?
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
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- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 10-letter spangram