Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Dec 17's puzzle
Strands Theme of Dec 17 is:
The spangram for today is a phrase that perfectly captures the essence of being slightly 'out of line' or not quite right. It's an idiomatic expression indicating a small imperfection.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution
Today's theme, "Out of line," suggests words that describe things that aren't quite straight, balanced, or perfectly aligned. Think about deviations from a norm or a central axis.
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Strands answer for Out of line are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
The spangram for December 17, 2025 Strands puzzle is "ALITTLEOFF". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Out of line".
Today's Strands theme is "Out of line". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 6 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "ALITTLEOFF".
A spangram is a special word in NYT Strands that touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates directly to the puzzle's theme. It uses every letter in the theme at least once.
Start by identifying the theme, then look for the spangram (it touches two sides). Use the hint button if you're stuck - it highlights one theme word. Work your way through the grid, connecting letters in any direction.
