Complete hints, spangram, and all theme words for the "Not your average joe" Strands puzzle on Jan 01.
Not your average joe
The spangram for today's NYT Strands puzzle is a five-letter word that encapsulates the central concept of the theme, something you might enjoy first thing in the morning. It's often associated with the 'joe' mentioned in the theme.
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Today's Strands theme, "Not your average joe," is a playful way to hint at something common but with diverse and distinct characteristics. Think beyond the everyday and consider the unique qualities hinted at by the theme.
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Strands answer for Not your average joe are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!
The spangram for January 1, 2026 Strands puzzle is "COFFEE". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "Not your average joe".
Today's Strands theme is "Not your average joe". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 7 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "COFFEE".
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.
