Strands Hint Today: Answers for Nov. 14, No. 986

This article provides the solution and hints for the New York Times 'Strands' puzzle for November 14, 2026. It includes the theme 'Preschool fun' and identifies the spangram 'FOLLOWTHELEADER'.
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Need a Strands hint today? Get the theme hint, the spangram and every answer for NYT Strands No. 986 on Saturday, Nov. 14.
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Here’s your NYT Strands hint for today, plus the spangram and all of today’s Strands answers for puzzle No. 986 on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026.
Today’s Strands puzzle will remind you of a popular toddler game. Read on for all the answers.
Today’s Strands theme is “Preschool fun.”
And here’s a hint: Wherever you go, I shall go.
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