NYT Strands November 19 2024 Hints, Spangram and Answer

19 November 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

"Pick-ups"

Spangram

8 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

"Pick-ups"

Find 7 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue

NYT Strands Grid for 19 November 2024

P
O
O
R
S
K
K
S
N
E
W
E
R
O
F
S
P
R
U
T
E
N
O
K
H
C
S
I
L
S
O
S
T
O
E
K
P
K
C
N
F
N
S
T
I
G
S
I

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Step-by-Step Hints for 19 November 2024

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Today's Theme Hint

"Pick-ups"

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

Spangram Hints

Length & Position

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

Letter-by-Letter Reveal

U______S

Theme Words (7 words)

All of these words relate to: "Pick-ups"

10 letters: C ________ S
4 letters: F __ K
5 letters: K ___ E
6 letters: S ____ R
5 letters: S ___ N
5 letters: S ___ K
5 letters: T ___ S

Pro Tips for Solving Strands

Getting Started

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  • • Start from grid corners and edges
  • • Think about the theme clue literally and figuratively

Advanced Strategy

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Complete Solution for 19 November 2024

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

🎯 Spangram Answer

UTENSILS

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

📝 Theme Words: "Pick-ups"

CHOPSTICKS
FORK
KNIFE
SKEWER
SPOON
SPORK
TONGS

🔍 Bonus Words Found in Grid

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Non-theme words that help unlock hints in the game

All Bonus Words

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1136
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
11
Longest Word
1144
Total Words
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