This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, April 18, 2026 (13 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ _ _ S
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About the answer
STRANDS as a word: Each of the strings which, twisted together, make up a yarn, rope or cord; An individual length of any fine, string-like substance.
STRANDS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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