# NYT Strands hints and answers for September 17

> Solve today's word puzzle with theme hints, clue words, and the complete answer list.
- Title: NYT Strands hints and answers for September 17 · TechRadar
- Summary: Solve today's word puzzle with theme hints, clue words, and the complete answer list. Use the theme hint about comic relief to find today's Strands answers…
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- Source: TechRadar — https://techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-17-september-2026
- Published: 2026-09-16T23:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nyt strands, word game, puzzle, september 17, game 928, hints, answers, technology
## What is Strands?
Strands is the New York Times' latest word game following Wordle, Spelling Bee, and Connections. Players find hidden words in a grid to solve daily puzzles.

> Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections, and it's great fun.
## Today's puzzle number
Today's game is Strands number 928, released on Thursday, September 17, 2026. A new puzzle appears at midnight each day in your time zone.
## Today's theme revealed
The theme for game 928 is 'A little comic relief.' Use this hint to identify which words in the grid relate to humor, comedy, or funny situations.

> Today's NYT Strands theme is… A little comic relief
## How to use hints
TechRadar provides four levels of hints: the theme, clue words, spangram letters, and spangram position. Start with the theme and work your way down if you need more help.
## Other NYT word games
If you enjoy Strands, check out NYT Connections, Quordle, and the original Wordle. TechRadar offers daily hints and answers for all these games.
## Key takeaway

Use the theme hint about comic relief to find today's Strands answers faster.