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.
Need a helping hand? This guide offers clues and solutions, from general hints to complete spoilers. Choose the level of assistance you need.
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.
Ready to play? Find the NYT Games Strands puzzle online, accessible on most devices.
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