NYT Strands Hint and Answer for December 2, 2025

Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for today's puzzle

Strands Theme of Dec 02 is:

On the web

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Todays' Spangram Hint

The spangram for today's 'On the web' theme is an eight-letter word that spans the entire grid. Think about creatures that are literally 'on a web' and are well-known for spinning them.

Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

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Today's Strands Spangram

Strands Spangram for Dec 2
Today's spangram is:
SPIDERS
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Hint for Today's Theme Words

Today's theme, "On the web," is a clever play on words. It suggests something that exists or happens on the internet, but in this context, it leads to a very different kind of 'web'.

First three letters of each theme word:

HOU...
HUN...
JUM...
REC...
TAR...
WID...

Spoiler Warning

Strands answer for On the web 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 2

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!