Today's New York Times Strands puzzle (#316, January 13, 2025) presents a challenging word-search with 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 a shape similar to a donut, but not a donut itself.
Spoilers (Two Words):
Word 1: Garlic
Word 2: Sesame
Complete Solution:
The theme is Bagels. The words are: Blueberry, Everything, Plain, Raisin, Sesame, and Garlic.
Explanation:
The clue, "Hole Foods," directly relates to the bagel theme, as bagels are known for their holes. Each themed word represents a common type of bagel.
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