Hints
If you’re diving into today’s NYT Strands puzzle, brace yourself for a challenge that centers around the theme 2025 Top Twenty. This puzzle is for the music lovers, with clues that require you to tune into the hits of the year. If you find yourself stuck, don’t fret! Start by identifying any words of four letters or more, as these will unlock hints linked to the theme.
Some groups of words that can help you get started include:
RAID, DATA, GOLD, CHILD, HORN, DIARY, BRAS, BRAID, CATS, SCAT, BAGS. Keep these in mind as you work through the puzzle.
Remember, every time you find sets of three words of four letters or more, a theme word will be revealed to assist you on your quest for completion.
Answers
Here are the answers that weave into the theme’s fabric, including the vital spangram:
Non-spangram answers:
GOLDEN, DAISIES, MANCHILD, ORDINARY, ABRACADABRA
Today’s spangram:
HITSONGS
Look out for the ‘H’ at the beginning of the top row to locate it. Following that path should guide you down to complete your puzzle.
As the puzzle unravels, fans eagerly share their experiences and tips. A collective approach often brings clarity and that “aha!” moment. So keep a flow, engage with fellow enthusiasts, and see what creative strategies emerge in puzzle solving help sessions.