Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Quite bright" Strands puzzle on Nov 19.
Quite bright
This phrase describes someone who is alert, competent, and quick to react; it's an idiom often used in sports or the workplace to mean 'well-prepared.'
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Today's theme, "Quite bright," isn't about the weather or lightbulbs. It focuses on the various ways we describe someone who possesses a sharp and quick-witted mind.
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Strands answer for Quite bright 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 theme explores the vocabulary of mental acuity and competence. If you are stuck, think about professional traits that denote high intelligence and quick thinking. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty lies in distinguishing between several long, formal words that all mean roughly the same thing. Focusing on finding common suffixes for adjectives might help you unlock the grid. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The Spangram today is a multi-word idiomatic phrase that describes someone who is focused and attentive. It stretches across the board to connect two sides, likely involving a common preposition. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Start by identifying letters like 'V', 'W', or 'Y' which are less common and often belong to specific descriptive terms for intellect. Work outward from these distinct characters to reveal the full theme. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.