NYT Strands June 15 2024 Hints, Spangram and Answer

15 June 2024
8 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

"Deep dive"

Spangram

10 letters

Theme Words

7 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

"Deep dive"

Find 7 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue

NYT Strands Grid for 15 June 2024

C
L
A
I
R
E
W
H
M
U
D
T
A
L
S
Q
L
S
M
E
R
O
O
B
O
A
A
C
F
E
C
T
R
L
I
K
O
P
I
L
A
R
S
U
N
E
S
H

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

Step-by-Step Hints for 15 June 2024

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Today's Theme Hint

"Deep dive"

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

Spangram Hints

Length & Position

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

Letter-by-Letter Reveal

M________E

Theme Words (7 words)

All of these words relate to: "Deep dive"

4 letters: C __ M
5 letters: C ___ L
7 letters: L _____ R
7 letters: O _____ S
5 letters: S ___ K
5 letters: S ___ D
5 letters: W ___ E

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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Complete Solution for 15 June 2024

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

🎯 Spangram Answer

MARINELIFE

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

📝 Theme Words: "Deep dive"

CLAM
CORAL
LOBSTER
OCTOPUS
SHARK
SQUID
WHALE

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Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
10
Longest Word
1084
Total Words
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