{
  "id": 7655363,
  "title": "NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, September 16 (game #927)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/nyt-strands-hints-and-answers-for-wednesday-september-16-game-927",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-15T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-16-september-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Looking for the answers to the latest NYT Strands puzzle? Look no further, because we've got you covered. The theme for today's game is \"hard\" to resist, as the creators have gone all out to make it a challenging experience. The spangram, or hidden word, is an 11-letter word called \"eyecatching.\"\n\nTo start off, keep an eye out for the words \"bring,\" \"gift,\" \"half,\" \"sting,\" \"birth,\" \"stir.\" Using any of these words will unlock the in-game hints system, giving you a little boost on your word-solving journey. The spangram touches two important sides of the board: the top and the fourth column on the right, as well as the bottom and the fourth column on the left.\n\nIf you managed to snag the spangram \"eyecatching\" right off the bat, congratulations! It's a tricky one, and many players may have missed it. But don't worry, we're here to help you out. If you're struggling, feel free to use a hint or two. Remember, the goal is to have fun and enjoy the challenge, so don't get too discouraged if you don't crack it on your first try.\n\nYesterday's Strands answers, from game #926, included words like \"joist,\" \"bolt,\" \"hinge,\" \"nail,\" \"knob,\" \"bracket,\" \"anchoring,\" and \"screw.\" The spangram for that game was \"hardware.\" Now, go forth and conquer today's puzzle!",
  "summary": "Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, September 16 (game #1696)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/quordle-hints-and-answers-for-wednesday-september-16-game-1696",
        "published": "2026-09-15T23:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}