Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Putting on airs" Strands puzzle on Sep 20.
Putting on airs
This word describes a quality of being overly impressive or 'large' in style, often used to describe someone who acts much more important than they really are.
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Today's theme 'Putting on airs' refers to behavior that is intended to impress others by appearing more important or impressive than one actually is. Think about the different ways people show off or act superior in social situations.
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Strands answer for Putting on airs are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
Strands is a free daily word puzzle from The New York Times. Each day, you get a theme and a letter grid where you must find hidden words. Like Wordle and Connections, it refreshes at midnight with a new puzzle.
You get a 6×8 grid of letters. Find all theme words plus the "spangram" that spans the grid and reveals the theme. Connect letters horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to form words. Find 3 non-theme words to unlock a hint.
This Strands Hint points toward human behaviors associated with arrogance and self-importance. To solve this NYT Strands puzzle, focus on how someone might act when they are trying to be the center of attention or look superior to those around them. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty level for today's puzzle is moderate, as it involves several synonyms for expressing pride or overconfidence. If you are stuck, look for short four-letter words that describe 'talking big' to get your momentum going. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Today's spangram is quite long and stretches across the grid, encapsulating the entire essence of the theme. It represents a state of being very 'grand' in an unnecessary way. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Start by identifying actions people take with their bodies or voices when they are feeling very proud or cocky. Many of these words are common synonyms used in competitive sports or social posturing. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
