The Strands today had all the ingredients required to make a well-packed puzzler. Neither was the theme a dead giveaway nor were the theme words too obvious. However, if you are finding it to be rather difficult, here are some hints and answers to make the April 14 NYT Strands easier.
What is the Theme for Today’s NYT Strands?
As revealed by the New York Times, the theme for today’s Strands is “Join the club!”. The theme is rather tasteless and vague today until it’s not.
Spangram Hint for Today’s Strands
Spoiler Warning #1 Even though we try our best to be subtle, the hints below might partially spoil the experience. You’ve been warned.
Every Strands game has that one Spangram that you need to decipher and today’s was no exception. The hint for today’s Spangram is – “Peanut butter and jelly ____”.
Theme Words Hints for Today’s Strands
If you have figured out the Spangram from the above hint, figuring out the theme words will be easy. However, I don’t want to ruin it for you. Instead, here are two theme word hints that may help you:
- Hint #1: Cucumbers preserved in jars
- Hint #2: Red fruit mistaken for a vegetable
Spoiler Warning #2 The next sections reveal the answers for today’s NYT Strands. So, I’d recommend not scrolling further if you are still solving the puzzle. However, if you are stuck, I suggest scrolling a wee bit to see the Spangram answer.
Spangram Answer for NYT Strands on April 14
The Spangram for today’s NYT Strands puzzle is SANDWICH, and it runs from left to right on the letters grid.
Apart from the Spangram, you need to find 6 theme words in today’s puzzle. However, if you are having a tough time getting through the Strands, check out some tips and tricks in my guide on how to play NYT Strands.
Anyway, with that being said, let’s go to the next section. However, proceed only if you are ready to check out the theme words.
List of Theme Words for NYT Strands on April 14
If you have scrolled this far, you are probably ready to see the answers. So, let’s take a look at today’s theme words in Strands:
- TOMATO
- TURKEY
- BACON
- LETTUCE
- PICKLE
- MAYONNAISE
The theme made me think of books, theatre, and chess clubs right off the bat. But, when I randomly found TOMATO, I knew I wasn’t on the right track. Then, running from edge to edge at the top, I found LETTUCE and knew the theme was about club sandwiches today. I found SANDWICH as the left-to-right Spangram right after.
In the middle, I found PICKLE, and on its right was TURKEY. While on its left, I found BACON. Then, in the last couple of grids, I found MAYONNAISE. That concluded my game for the day, and gosh, am I hungry. Didn’t have to use a hint at least, which is always good.
What about you? Did the foodie in you solve the Strands today easily? If not, how many hints did you have to use? Let me know in the comments down below!
