Today's Strands puzzle presents another brain-bending challenge for seasoned players. These puzzles are notoriously tougher than your average word search, so don't be surprised if you get stuck!
Need a helping hand? If you're familiar with Strands and just need a nudge, this article provides tips, hints, and even spoilers to guide you through puzzle #316 (January 13, 2025). Whether you need a subtle clue or the full solution, you'll find it here.
The puzzle's clue is "Hole Foods," and the solution includes a pangram and six themed words.
Need a hint to get you started without revealing the words themselves? Check out these three general hints:
Hint 1: Food that usually has holes in it.
Hint 2: They can be savory, or they can be sweet.
Hint 3: Not donuts, but a similar shape.
Prefer a little more help? Here are spoilers for two words, along with their locations on the grid:
Word 1: Garlic
read more Word 2: Sesame
read moreReady to see the complete solution? Here's the answer, including all themed words, the pangram, and their locations:
The category is Bagels. The words are Blueberry, Everything, Plain, Raisin, Sesame, and Garlic.
read moreWant to understand the puzzle's logic? This section explains the connection between the clue, the theme, and the words:
The clue "Hole Foods" fits the "Bagels" theme because bagels typically have holes. Each themed word represents a common type of bagel.
Ready to test your skills? Play Strands on the New York Times Games website—accessible on most devices with a browser.
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