NYT Strands Hint and Answer for December 30, 2025
Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle
Strands Theme of Dec 30 is:
2025 Top Twenty
Todays' Spangram Hint
The spangram for "2025 Top Twenty" is a term that encompasses the entire idea of popular music. Think about what lists quantify the most popular musical renditions.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution
Today's Strands Spangram

Hint for Today's Theme Words
Today's Strands theme, "2025 Top Twenty," suggests that the words you're looking for might be related to popular music or culture anticipated for the year 2025.
First three letters of each theme word:
Spoiler Warning
Strands answer for 2025 Top Twenty are revealed below!
Answers for Strands Today
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands.Enjoy the game!

How to Play Strands
Objective:
Find all the hidden theme words and the spangram in the letter grid.
Rules:
- • Words can be spelled in any direction (including diagonally)
- • Letters can only be used once per word
- • All letters must be used exactly once
- • Theme words relate to the given clue
- • The spangram spans from one side of the board to the opposite side
Tips:
- • Start by looking for obvious theme-related words
- • The spangram often contains or relates to the theme
- • Use the hint button if you're stuck
- • Pay attention to letter frequency and common word patterns
Scoring:
Find all theme words and the spangram to complete the puzzle. Use hints sparingly to maintain your streak!
