"New York Times Strands: January 13, 2025 Hints and Answers"

Strands presents another intriguing challenge for puzzle enthusiasts today. If you're familiar with these puzzles, you know they're far more demanding than typical word-search games, making it easy to hit a roadblock. If you're stuck and already know the ropes of Strands, dive into the article below for all the tips, spoilers, and assistance you need to crack it. Whatever help you're seeking, you'll find it here.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #316 January 13, 2025

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Today's Strands puzzle revolves around the theme "Hole Foods." Your mission is to uncover seven items, including the Spangram and six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

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For those looking for a nudge without spoiling the fun, check out the hints in the sections below. Each offers a clue to help you navigate this challenging puzzle.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Think of foods typically characterized by holes.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: These foods can be savory or sweet.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Similar to donuts, but not quite.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

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Ready for a couple of spoilers? The sections below reveal two words from today's puzzle, along with their placement in the grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Garlic

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Sesame

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

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For those eager to see the full solution, the section below reveals all the themed words, the Spangram, and their positions within the puzzle grid.

Today's category is Bagels. The themed words are Blueberry, Everything, Plain, Raisin, Sesame, and Garlic.

Today's Strands Explained

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Curious about the puzzle's theme and how it ties together? The section below offers a detailed explanation.

The clue "Hole Foods" perfectly aligns with today's category, Bagels, as they're known for their distinctive holes. The themed words list various popular bagel flavors.

Ready to tackle the puzzle yourself? Head over to the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on virtually any device with a browser.