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

Strands presents another intriguing challenge for puzzle enthusiasts today. If you're a seasoned player, you're well aware that these puzzles are far more demanding than typical word-search games, often leading to those frustrating moments when you're stuck.

If you're looking for assistance with today's puzzle and are already familiar with how to play Strands, you'll find all the tips, spoilers, and more you need to crack it in the article below. Whether you're seeking subtle hints or direct answers, we've got you covered.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #316 January 13, 2025

Today's Strands puzzle revolves around the theme "Hole Foods." You'll need to find a total of seven items, including the Spangram and all six themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

If you're after a hint to nudge you closer to the solution without spoiling the words, check out the three sections below. Each section offers a hint to help you navigate this challenging puzzle game.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Think of foods that typically have holes in them.

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General Hint 2

Hint 2: These foods can be either savory or sweet.

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General Hint 3

Hint 3: Consider foods similar in shape to donuts, but not donuts themselves.

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Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

If you're ready for a couple of spoilers, dive into the sections below. Each contains one word from today's puzzle along with a screenshot showing its placement in the puzzle grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Garlic

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Spoiler 2

Word 2: Sesame

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The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

For the complete solution to today's New York Times Strands puzzle, expand the section below. You'll find all the themed words, the Spangram, and a screenshot illustrating their positions in the letter grid.

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

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Today's Strands Explained

For a detailed explanation of today's puzzle, open the section below. It will clarify how the theme, the themed words, and the clue interconnect in this innovative puzzle game.

The clue "Hole Foods" aligns perfectly with today's category, Bagels, as bagels are known for their characteristic holes. Each of the themed words represents a common type of bagel.

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Ready to take on the challenge? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.