NYT Strands Hints & Answers for Today

The Spangram is a word that spans the entire puzzle, touching every row. Today's Spangram is directly related to the theme — think about what can be "sharp."

• 1
  KNIFE 5 letters Easy

  The most common cutting tool in the kitchen, used with a cutting board. Its blade can be very "sharp."

• 2
  MIND 4 letters Easy

  Your brain and thinking ability. A "sharp ___" means someone is quick-witted and perceptive.

• 3
  TACK 4 letters Medium

  A short, broad-headed nail used to pin papers to a board. Its point is definitely "sharp."

• 4
  CHEESE 6 letters Medium

  A dairy product. Aged varieties are often described as "sharp" — bold and tangy in flavor.

• 5
  WIT 3 letters Hard

  The capacity for humor and cleverness. "Sharp ___" describes someone with quick, witty remarks.

• 6
  TWIST 5 letters Hard

  A sudden change in direction in a story or plot. A "sharp ___" catches you off guard.