Strands Hint for "Not just for poking", Spangram and Answer of Aug 10 - Strands Today

Here's the answer and solution for NYT Strands #160- Not just for poking

1 Theme Clue

Not just for poking

Today's theme, 'Not just for poking', delves into objects or items commonly associated with the action of poking but have broader uses or significance. Think beyond their primary function to uncover the hidden connections.

2 Spangram Hints

Today's Strands Spangram

Additional hint:

The spangram relates to long, slender objects that are often used for poking but have various other applications in different contexts.

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3 Strands Screenshot of Spangram

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Strands Spangram for Aug 10
Today's spangram is:
STICKS

4 Theme Words Hints

Theme words hint:

The related words include items from sports, food, and even cognitive processes, all tied back to the central theme of objects that can be used for poking.

First three letters of each theme word:

CIN...
CON...
HOC...
LIC...
MEM...
SWI...

5 Complete Strands Answers

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All theme words are revealed below!

Strands Hint for Aug 10

All theme words of Today's Strands:

1 CINNAMON
2 CONTROL
3 HOCKEY
4 LICORICE
5 MEMORY
6 SWIZZLE
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