Today’s NYT Strands puzzle is game #926, dated September 15, 2026. Its theme is “If you build it.” Start with the gentle clue below, then reveal the spangram or full answer list only if you need them.
Theme clue for Strands #926
If you build it.
For a nudge without the solution, look for common items and structural pieces used to build things or fasten them together.
Words to earn in-game hints
Find three non-theme words to earn an in-game hint. TechRadar lists these possible hint words for this puzzle:
- HINT
- BREAD
- SING
- LIAR
- BONK
- RANCH
Spangram hint
The spangram is an eight-letter word for the category suggested by the theme. It touches the left and right sides of the board.
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Spoiler: Strands spangram and answers
Spangram: HARDWARE
Theme words: ANCHOR, BOLT, BRACKET, HINGE, JOIST, KNOB, NAIL, SCREW.
Try Hard Guides and TechRadar both list this as puzzle #926 for September 15, 2026. Try Hard Guides and TechRadar independently report the same theme, spangram, and answers.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How Strands works
Strands is a word-search-style game: connect letters in any direction to form words, without reusing or crossing letters. Theme words are highlighted when found, and three non-theme words earn a hint. The board is 6 by 8, according to Try Hard Guides.
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