NYT Strands July 11 2024 Hints, Spangram and Answer

11 July 2024
7 Words

Find all theme words and the spangram in today's letter grid. Need help? Use our step-by-step hints below!

Today's Theme

"Loaded lunch"

Spangram

11 letters

Theme Words

6 words

What is NYT Strands?

NYT Strands is The New York Times' captivating word puzzle that combines elements of word search with thematic word finding. Each day presents a 6×8 grid of letters where you must discover all theme words related to a specific clue, plus find the special "spangram" that spans across the grid.

Unlike traditional word searches, Strands words can change direction, creating unique shapes and paths through the grid. The challenge is not just finding words, but understanding how they all connect to the daily theme.

Today's Theme

"Loaded lunch"

Find 6 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue

NYT Strands Grid for 11 July 2024

C
B
A
C
E
S
B
H
K
H
V
B
U
I
E
I
R
O
T
L
I
D
I
C
T
E
R
P
L
C
O
N
A
O
R
O
C
B
T
T
D
A
A
O
C
H
E
D

💡 Connect adjacent letters (including diagonally) to form words. Words can change direction!

Step-by-Step Hints for 11 July 2024

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Today's Theme Hint

"Loaded lunch"

All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!

Spangram Hints

Length & Position

11 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side

Letter-by-Letter Reveal

B_________O

Theme Words (6 words)

All of these words relate to: "Loaded lunch"

5 letters: B ___ N
8 letters: B ______ I
6 letters: B ____ R
7 letters: C _____ R
5 letters: C ___ I
6 letters: C ____ S

Pro Tips for Solving Strands

Getting Started

  • • Look for the spangram first - it reveals the theme
  • • Start from grid corners and edges
  • • Think about the theme clue literally and figuratively

Advanced Strategy

  • • Words can change direction mid-word
  • • Look for common prefixes and suffixes
  • • Use non-theme words to unlock hint system

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Frequently Asked Questions

Complete Solution for 11 July 2024

Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle

🎯 Spangram Answer

BAKEDPOTATO

This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme

📝 Theme Words: "Loaded lunch"

BACON
BROCCOLI
BUTTER
CHEDDAR
CHILI
CHIVES

🔍 Bonus Words Found in Grid

These 727 additional words can also be formed from the grid letters

Click to reveal all bonus words

Non-theme words that help unlock hints in the game

All Bonus Words

ABAC
ABATE
ABATED
ABATOR
ACES
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ACHED
ACHES
ACNE
ADORE
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HECK
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HELIPORT
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IRATE
IRID
ITERANT
ITERATE
ITERATED
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LOADED
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REATE
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RENT
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RILE
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TERN
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TROAT
TROD
TRODE
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TROPIC
TROT
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TROTHED
TULE
TULIP
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UTERI
UTILE
UTTER
VIDE
VIED
VIRID
VIROID
VOID
VRIL
727
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
10
Longest Word
734
Total Words
💡 Pro Tip

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