Need help with today’s Strands puzzle? If you’re stuck with today’s challenge, we’ve got you covered with hints, the Spangram, and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle on September 17.
How to Play NYT Strands?
Before we get into the puzzle, here’s a quick guide for new players:
- Gameplay: Connect letters on the grid to form words. You can drag your mouse or swipe on a touchscreen in any direction — vertically, horizontally, or diagonally.
- Objective: Identify the central Spangram and find the other theme-related words hidden in the puzzle to solve it.
For detailed tips, check out our How to Play NYT Strands guide.
Today’s Theme for NYT Strands:
The theme for today’s puzzle is “On the Rebound.” It revolves around things that bounce, jump, or rebound in some way.
Hints for Today’s Puzzle:
Spangram Hint:
- The Spangram is a slang term that means “I’m out of here.” It expresses the action of leaving quickly.
Other Hints:
- Hint #1: An Australian marsupial famous for its large, bouncing leaps.
- Hint #2: A gymnastic apparatus that propels you into the air when you jump on it.
Today’s NYT Strands Answers for September 17:
Today’s Spangram:
The Spangram for today’s puzzle is “LET’S BOUNCE.” This term is hidden in the center of the grid, running from left to right.
Today’s Themed Words:
Here are the other theme-related words for today’s puzzle:
- BASKETBALL
- TRAMPOLINE
- KANGAROO
- SPRING
- ECHO
Final Thoughts on the Puzzle:
Today’s puzzle was all about things that jump, bounce, or rebound. Finding BASKETBALL early helped, and after spotting SPRING, the theme became clear. The Spangram, LET’S BOUNCE, tied the theme together nicely. I didn’t need to use any hints, and solving the puzzle was straightforward after finding the key theme words.
Be sure to check back tomorrow for more Strands puzzle help!