The NYT Strands puzzle for September 18, 2026, is number 929. This daily word game challenges players to find themed words within a 48-letter grid, connecting letters in any direction to uncover the hidden “spangram” and related terms.
Today’s Strands Theme and Hints
The theme provided for puzzle #929 is “Shake on it”. If you are looking for a secondary clue to help narrow down the board, think about a “Shared understanding.”
To help you progress without giving everything away, here are some incremental hints:
- The words today are synonyms for formal promises or legal bonds.
- One word is commonly used in international diplomacy between countries.
- Another word is often associated with religious or spiritual promises.
- A long word in the grid describes a binding legal document used in business or employment.
Spangram Hint
The spangram for today is a 13-letter phrase that stretches across the grid. It is a famous saying often heard when two parties are about to reach a compromise or a trade. Think of a classic game show title.
Spoiler Warning: Answers Below
If you are still working on the grid, stop here. The following section contains the full solution for the September 18 Strands puzzle.
The Spangram
The spangram for today’s puzzle is LETSMAKEADEAL. It describes the act of coming to terms, which aligns with the “Shake on it” theme.
Theme Word List
Including the spangram, there are six total words to find. These words utilize all 48 letters in the grid:
- PACT (4 letters)
- TREATY (6 letters)
- CONTRACT (8 letters)
- COVENANT (8 letters)
- AGREEMENT (9 letters)
- LETSMAKEADEAL (13 letters – Spangram)
For more detailed breakdowns of daily puzzles, Technobezz provides a look at the grid layouts for the current week. Each word in today’s set represents a different level of formality in reaching a mutual conclusion, from a simple pact to an official international treaty.
