NYT Crossword Clues and Solutions Dec. 25, 2024

This Christmas Day, the NYT Games Strands puzzle presents a festive challenge: "A Visit From Santa." Solve this word puzzle by identifying nine items, including eight themed words and a pangram, hidden within the letter grid.

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General Hints:

Hint 1: Consider what Santa might bring as gifts.

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Hint 2: Think about small presents.

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Hint 3: What small items might fill your Christmas stockings?

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Partial Spoilers (with images):

Word 1: Candy

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Word 2: Toys

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Complete Solution (with image):

The puzzle theme is Stocking Stuffers. The eight themed words are: Toys, Plushie, Orange, Socks, Scarf, Coal, Candy, and Pens.

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Theme Explanation:

The clue "A Visit From Santa" suggests Christmas gifts, many of which are small enough to fit inside a stocking. The themed words represent typical stocking stuffers.

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