NYT Strands game #211, dated September 30, 2024, has the theme “Words with weight.” The puzzle’s answers are boxing weight classes. Start with the hints below if you want to keep solving; the full answer list follows a spoiler warning.
Hints for Strands game #211
Theme hint
Think of categories that divide boxers by size.
Spangram hint
The published clue is “Pugilism.” The spangram starts at the right edge of row four and ends at the left edge of row three.
Words that can earn in-game hints
Finding non-theme words can earn hints. The published clue words for this puzzle are METER, CUTER, SLATE, STALE, FLEA, and EXIT.
Answers for Strands game #211
Spoilers below: the spangram and all seven theme words are revealed.
Spangram
BOXING
Theme words
- HEAVY
- MIDDLE
- FEATHER
- LIGHT
- WELTER
- BANTAM
- CRUISER
How the answers fit the theme
HEAVY, MIDDLE, FEATHER, LIGHT, WELTER, BANTAM, and CRUISER refer to boxing weight divisions. BOXING is the spangram that names the connection.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How Strands hints work
Strands is a New York Times word-search-style game built around a theme. The theme words are the target answers, while finding words that are not part of the theme can earn in-game hints. The spangram describes the theme and touches opposite sides of the board.
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