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Repair common Windows errors and clear accumulated junk for a smoother, more stable PC - no reinstall needed.Free scan · no reinstallFor Monday, March 16, 2026, NYT Strands game #743 has the theme “The Big Dance.” Start with the clue “Tourney time,” then reveal the full answer list below when you’re ready for spoilers.
Hint for Strands #743
Theme clue: “Tourney time.” The theme, “The Big Dance,” points to March Madness.
Spangram
MARCHMADNESS
The 12-letter spangram reaches opposite sides of the board. TechRadar describes it as touching the left edge on the fourth row and the right edge on the second row. [TechRadar]
All Strands answers for March 16, 2026
Spoilers: the theme words are CHALK, BUBBLE, CINDERELLA, OVERTIME and BRACKET. Along with the spangram, these complete the answer set for game #743. Parade, TechRadar and Try Hard Guides report the same answers. [Parade] [TechRadar] [Try Hard Guides]
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How Strands hints work
In Strands, connect letters on the board to find words that fit the theme. The spangram describes that theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. You can drag across letters or tap them; finding valid words that are not theme answers advances progress toward hints. [Parade]
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Why “today’s” puzzle date can differ
Strands releases a new puzzle at midnight in each time zone, so the date shown as “today” depends on where you are. This answer guide is for Monday, March 16, 2026, game #743. [TechRadar]
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