Stuck on today’s NYT Strands puzzle? You’re not alone. This guide gives you every hint and the full answer list for the March 7, 2026 edition — no spoilers until you’re ready.
What Is NYT Strands?
NYT Strands is the New York Times’ elevated word-search puzzle. Players connect letters in any direction — up, down, left, right, or diagonal — and words can even change direction, forming quirky shapes across the grid.
Every letter in the grid belongs to an answer. There’s always a unifying theme, plus a special “spangram” — a word or phrase that sums up the theme and spans the entire grid either horizontally or vertically.
If you enjoy other daily word games, check out our guides for Wordle hints and answers and NYT Connections hints and answers too.
March 7, 2026 NYT Strands Theme Hint
Today’s theme clue: “Nice glasses!”
Still not sure? Here’s a clearer nudge: the answers are all types of cups.
Is the Spangram Vertical or Horizontal?
Today’s NYT Strands spangram runs vertically across the grid.
March 7, 2026 NYT Strands Spangram Answer
The spangram for today is:
DRINKWARE
Full NYT Strands Word List for March 7, 2026
Here are all the answers for today’s puzzle:
- Tumbler
- Chalice
- Stein
- Drinkware (spangram)
- Goblet
- Tankard
- Snifter
About Today’s Answers
Each word in today’s puzzle names a specific type of drinking vessel. A goblet and chalice are classic stemmed cups often associated with ceremonial use. A stein and tankard are large, sturdy mugs typically used for beer. A tumbler is an everyday flat-bottomed glass, while a snifter is the wide-bottomed glass used for brandy and spirits.
Together, they all fall under the umbrella of drinkware — today’s spangram.
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