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NYTimes Drops Clues for Dec 23 Crossword

Author : Aiden Jan 26,2025

Solve today's New York Times Games Strands puzzle, #295, with this comprehensive guide! The puzzle, released December 23, 2024, challenges you to uncover five words: a pangram and four thematically linked words, based on the clue "Pass the Eggnog." Even experienced Strands players might find this one tricky.

Hints (Without Spoilers):

Hint 1: Think festive food items.

Hint 2: Consider common holiday latte flavorings.

Hint 3: Focus on ingredients that enhance the seasonal taste of holiday treats.

Partial Solutions (With Spoilers – Use Cautiously!):

Word 1: Peppermint

Word 2: Cranberry

Complete Solution (Major Spoilers!):

The theme is Holiday Flavors. The words are Cranberry, Gingerbread, Peppermint, and Cocoa.

Solution Explanation:

"Pass the Eggnog" perfectly encapsulates the theme. Eggnog is a quintessential holiday beverage, and all the themed words represent popular holiday flavors found in various treats.

Ready to test your skills? Find the New York Times Games Strands puzzle on their website—accessible on most devices with a web browser.

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