Issue #906 Wed 26 Aug
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — August 26, 2026
Today's grid requires a steady hand and a patient eye. Enjoy the process of clearing these lines.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
A punch clock clicking over at five, or the heavy stack of folders landing on your desk at nine.
The requirements of professional life
PROFESSIONAL OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Spangram 4 hints · 12 letters
The connector word
A three-word phrase spanning the grid
12 letters.
Starts with P, ends with B.
PART OF THE JOB
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 A (10 letters)
- 2 C (5 letters)
- 3 D (4 letters)
- 4 E (6 letters)
- 5 P (7 letters)
- 6 T (4 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AS (10 letters)
- 2 CH (5 letters)
- 3 DU (4 letters)
- 4 ER (6 letters)
- 5 PR (7 letters)
- 6 TA (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
A specific written instruction handed down by a supervisor.
10 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AS.
ASSIGNMENT
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Something tedious you must finish before Saturday morning.
5 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHORE
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
An obligation that follows you regardless of your personal preference.
4 letters.
Starts with D.
Starts with DU.
DUTY
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A quick trip to the post office or the dry cleaner.
6 letters.
Starts with E.
Starts with ER.
ERRAND
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A long-term endeavor requiring a plan and a timeline.
7 letters.
Starts with P.
Starts with PR.
PROJECT
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 4 letters
A theme word
One item on your daily list that demands completion.
4 letters.
Starts with T.
Starts with TA.
TASK
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- ASSIGNMENT
- CHORE
- DUTY
- ERRAND
- PROJECT
- TASK
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on August 26, 2026. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for August 26, 2026, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on August 26, 2026?
NYT Strands on August 26, 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 August 26, 2026 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 12 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "P" — 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 August 26, 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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- 6 theme words · 12-letter spangram
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 12-letter spangram