Issue #783 Sat 25 Apr
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — April 25, 2026
The neighborhood walk takes a turn past the local establishments that define our daily routines.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The glass window displays the day's wares to passersby on the sidewalk.
Urban retail and daily commerce
BUSINESS EXTERIOR
Spangram 4 hints · 10 letters
The connector word
A single compound word
10 letters.
Starts with S, ends with T.
STORE FRONT
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Starting letters
- 1 C (11 letters)
- 2 C (6 letters)
- 3 D (8 letters)
- 4 G (7 letters)
- 5 L (6 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 CO (11 letters)
- 2 CO (6 letters)
- 3 DI (8 letters)
- 4 GR (7 letters)
- 5 LI (6 letters)
Theme word 1 of 5 5 hints · 11 letters
A theme word
A place designed for quick access and late-night needs.
11 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
CONVENIENCE
Theme word 2 of 5 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
The meeting point of two intersecting streets.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
CORNER
Theme word 3 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
A temporary reduction in the price of goods.
8 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DI.
DISCOUNT
Theme word 4 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
Where one gathers fresh produce and household staples.
7 letters.
Starts with G.
Starts with GR.
GROCERY
Theme word 5 of 5 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A specialized shop for bottled spirits and wines.
6 letters.
Starts with L.
Starts with LI.
LIQUOR
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- CONVENIENCE
- CORNER
- DISCOUNT
- GROCERY
- LIQUOR
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Spoiler-free help for Strands on April 25, 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 25, 2026, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on April 25, 2026?
NYT Strands on April 25, 2026 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 April 25, 2026 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 10 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 April 25, 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 5 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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