Today's NYT Games Strands puzzle (#316, January 13, 2025) presents a challenging word search centered around the clue "Hole Foods." Seven words need to be found: six themed words and a pangram.
Need a hand? Here are some hints, spoilers, and the full solution:
Hints:
- Hint 1: Consider foods commonly containing holes.
- Hint 2: The flavors can range from sweet to savory.
- Hint 3: Think of shapes similar to donuts, but not donuts themselves.
Spoilers (One Word Each):
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Word 1: Garlic
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Word 2: Sesame
Complete Solution:
The theme is Bagels. The themed words are: Blueberry, Everything, Plain, Raisin, Sesame, and Garlic.
Solution Explanation:
The clue "Hole Foods" perfectly aligns with the bagel theme, as bagels are known for their characteristic hole. Each themed word represents a common bagel variety.
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