Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Dec 31's puzzle
Strands Theme of Dec 31 is:
The spangram for today's NYT Strands is a phrase indicating continuous, circular movement. It perfectly encapsulates the theme of turning and repeating, touching opposite sides of the grid.
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Today's NYT Strands theme, "One good turn deserves another," suggests words related to rotational movements and cycles. Think about things that continuously repeat or revolve.
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Strands answer for One good turn deserves another are revealed below!
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The spangram for December 31, 2025 Strands puzzle is "ROUNDANDROUND". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "One good turn deserves another".
Today's Strands theme is "One good turn deserves another". 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 "ROUNDANDROUND".
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.