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

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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

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Today's Strands Spangram

Strands Spangram for Dec 30
Today's spangram is:
HITSONGS
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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:

ABR...
DAI...
GOL...
MAN...
ORD...

Spoiler Warning

Strands answer for 2025 Top Twenty are revealed below!

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Answers for Strands Today

Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands.Enjoy the game!

Strands Hint for Dec 30

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!