Issue #768 Fri 10 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 10, 2026
A study of intellectual agility and the subtle arts of circumvention. This grid examines the various ways one might navigate a situation with quiet precision and a sharp mind.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
A silent presence navigating the woods at night, avoiding every snare with effortless grace.
Human intelligence and the art of stealth.
POSSESSING A SHARP AND CALCULATING NATURE
Spangram 4 hints · 8 letters
The connector word
Three-word idiomatic comparison.
8 letters.
Starts with L, ends with X.
LIKEAFOX
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 C (5 letters)
- 2 C (6 letters)
- 3 C (7 letters)
- 4 D (7 letters)
- 5 S (6 letters)
- 6 S (5 letters)
- 7 W (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CA (5 letters)
- 2 CR (6 letters)
- 3 CU (7 letters)
- 4 DE (7 letters)
- 5 SH (6 letters)
- 6 SL (5 letters)
- 7 WI (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Showing a keen sense of how to gain an advantage in practical matters.
5 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CA.
CANNY
Theme word 2 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Skilled at reaching goals through indirect or deceptive means.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CR.
CRAFTY
Theme word 3 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Demonstrating a talent for complex and often underhanded schemes.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CU.
CUNNING
Theme word 4 of 7 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Utilizing a roundabout path or questionable tactics to achieve an objective.
7 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DE.
DEVIOUS
Theme word 5 of 7 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
Possessing a discerning mind and a sharp ability to judge people or situations.
6 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SH.
SHREWD
Theme word 6 of 7 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Polished and persuasive in a manner that may hide true intentions.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SL.
SLICK
Theme word 7 of 7 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
Resourceful and skilled at evading capture or outthinking others.
4 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WI.
WILY
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- CANNY
- CRAFTY
- CUNNING
- DEVIOUS
- SHREWD
- SLICK
- WILY
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 10, 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 10, 2026, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 10, 2026?
NYT Strands on April 10, 2026 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 10, 2026 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 8 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "L" — 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 10, 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 7 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 8-letter spangram