NYT Strands January 2 2025 Hints, Spangram and Answer
2 January 2025
7 Words
Find all theme words and the spangram in today's letter grid. Need help? Use our step-by-step hints below!
Today's Theme
"Super bowl"
Spangram
11 letters
Theme Words
6 words
What is NYT Strands?
NYT Strands is The New York Times' captivating word puzzle that combines elements of word search with thematic word finding. Each day presents a 6×8 grid of letters where you must discover all theme words related to a specific clue, plus find the special "spangram" that spans across the grid.
Unlike traditional word searches, Strands words can change direction, creating unique shapes and paths through the grid. The challenge is not just finding words, but understanding how they all connect to the daily theme.
Today's Theme
"Super bowl"
Find 6 theme words and 1 spangram related to this clue
NYT Strands Grid for 2 January 2025
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T
C
P
E
R
C
K
S
H
P
P
E
R
Y
I
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N
L
N
E
C
S
O
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C
S
K
N
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S
O
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A
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D
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N
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💡 Connect adjacent letters (including diagonally) to form words. Words can change direction!
Step-by-Step Hints for 2 January 2025
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Today's Theme Hint
"Super bowl"
All theme words relate to this clue. Think about different meanings and related concepts!
Spangram Hints
Length & Position
11 letters - spans from one side of the grid to the opposite side
Letter-by-Letter Reveal
C_________P
Theme Words (6 words)
All of these words relate to: "Super bowl"
7 letters: C _____ S
6 letters: C ____ Y
7 letters: N _____ S
6 letters: O ____ S
6 letters: P ____ R
5 letters: S ___ K
Pro Tips for Solving Strands
Getting Started
- • Look for the spangram first - it reveals the theme
- • Start from grid corners and edges
- • Think about the theme clue literally and figuratively
Advanced Strategy
- • Words can change direction mid-word
- • Look for common prefixes and suffixes
- • Use non-theme words to unlock hint system
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Complete Solution for 2 January 2025
Here are all the answers for today's NYT Strands puzzle
🎯 Spangram Answer
CHICKENSOUP
This word spans across the grid and summarizes today's theme
📝 Theme Words: "Super bowl"
CARROTS
CELERY
NOODLES
ONIONS
PEPPER
STOCK
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Bonus Words
4
Shortest Word
11
Longest Word
1089
Total Words
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