NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 22, 2026
Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.
Today's NYT Strands hints will be simple for those who enjoy autumn. Strands, the New York Times' engaging word-search game, challenges players to find words formed by linked letters in various directions - up, down, left, right, or diagonally, as well as words that change direction, creating unique shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid contributes to an answer, and there is always a theme connecting every solution.
Additionally, there is a standout word or phrase called the spangram, which encapsulates the day's theme and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
Providing an enigmatic hint and omitting a word list, Strands presents a brain-teasing game that takes longer to play than its other offerings, such as Wordle and Connections. If you find yourself stuck or don't have 10 or more minutes to solve today's puzzle, we have all the NYT Strands hints you need to progress at your desired pace.
Today's Strands theme revolves around day and night shifts, with words related to seasonal changes. The spangram for today's Strands is vertical. For additional tech and digital culture news, sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter or enable push alerts directly to your device.
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