Strands Hint for "Going underground", Spangram and Answer of Sep 5 - Strands Today

Here's the answer and solution for NYT Strands #186- Going underground

1 Theme Clue

Going underground

Today's theme, 'Going underground,' takes us beneath the surface to explore hidden treasures. Think about what grows beneath the ground and how it connects to our daily lives.

2 Spangram Hints

Today's Strands Spangram

Additional hint:

Today's spangram is a term that encompasses a group of edible plants that grow underground. It's a key word to connect all the clues in this puzzle.

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3 Strands Screenshot of Spangram

Spoiler Alert

The complete spangram answer is revealed below!

Strands Spangram for Sep 5
Today's spangram is:
ROOTVEGETABLES

4 Theme Words Hints

Theme words hint:

The clues today are all types of underground crops. They are commonly used in various cuisines around the world and are known for their versatility and nutritional value.

First three letters of each theme word:

BEE...
JIC...
POT...
RUT...
TAR...
TUR...

5 Complete Strands Answers

Final Spoiler Warning

All theme words are revealed below!

Strands Hint for Sep 5

All theme words of Today's Strands:

1 BEET
2 JICAMA
3 POTATO
4 RUTABAGA
5 TARO
6 TURNIP
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