Strands · No. 896 · Sunday, August 16, 2026
NYT Strands #896 hints and answers
Today’s theme clue is “Learn by doing”. Hints for the theme and the spangram, one step at a time.
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0 of 6 theme words foundToday’s themeLearn by doing
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Everyone here follows someone who already knows the craft.
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Each answer names a learner working under an experienced expert, in workshops, offices, or spiritual life.
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One theme word: APPRENTICE
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Theme words: APPRENTICE, DISCIPLE, INTERN, MENTEE, PROTEGE
The spangramTouches two sides✓ Solved
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Two everyday words: what pays you, plus getting taught.
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A compound term pairing your place of work with the structured instruction that prepares you for it.
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J _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ G (11 letters)
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JOBTRAINING
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