NYT Strands October 30 2024 Hints, Spangram and Answer

30 October 2024
6 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

"How sweet!"

Spangram

10 letters

Theme Words

5 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

"How sweet!"

Find 5 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue

NYT Strands Grid for 30 October 2024

C
I
L
C
T
O
E
O
A
E
E
F
C
I
R
N
O
F
O
P
D
Y
H
C
P
L
T
S
C
O
I
L
O
A
L
G
O
R
P
T
E
U
L
E
O
R
D
M

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

Step-by-Step Hints for 30 October 2024

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Today's Theme Hint

"How sweet!"

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

C________E

Theme Words (5 words)

All of these words relate to: "How sweet!"

9 letters: C _______ E
7 letters: G _____ P
8 letters: L ______ E
8 letters: L ______ P
6 letters: T ____ 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 30 October 2024

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

🎯 Spangram Answer

CANDYSTORE

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

📝 Theme Words: "How sweet!"

CHOCOLATE
GUMDROP
LICORICE
LOLLIPOP
TOFFEE

🔍 Bonus Words Found in Grid

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969
Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
11
Longest Word
975
Total Words
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