Issue #731 Fri 19 Sep
Strands hints — September 19, 2025
Breakfast preparations rely on a range of pantry staples that have evolved significantly over the last decade. Today's grid requires a careful eye for the options currently lining the refrigerated aisle.
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Today's theme
A splash of white into your morning coffee that didn't come from a cow.
Plant-based grocery store staples
ALTERNATIVE BEVERAGE OPTIONS
Spangram 4 nudges · 12 letters
The connector word
A single compound word
12 letters.
Starts with N, ends with K.
NONDAIRYMILK
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Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 A (6 letters)
- 2 C (6 letters)
- 3 C (7 letters)
- 4 F (4 letters)
- 5 M (9 letters)
- 6 R (4 letters)
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Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 AL (6 letters)
- 2 CA (6 letters)
- 3 CO (7 letters)
- 4 FL (4 letters)
- 5 MA (9 letters)
- 6 RI (4 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 nudges · 6 letters
A theme word
These oval-shaped kernels are often soaked and blended to create a popular creamy beverage.
6 letters.
Starts with A.
Starts with AL.
ALMOND
Theme word 2 of 6 5 nudges · 6 letters
A theme word
Renowned for their buttery texture, these kidney-shaped legumes are a favorite base for vegan creams.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CA.
CASHEW
Theme word 3 of 6 5 nudges · 7 letters
A theme word
Found inside a hard, hairy shell, this tropical fruit yields a rich white liquid used in curries and baking.
7 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CO.
COCONUT
Theme word 4 of 6 5 nudges · 4 letters
A theme word
Usually pressed for oil, these small seeds are increasingly ground into a nutritious drinkable base.
4 letters.
Starts with F.
Starts with FL.
FLAX
Theme word 5 of 6 5 nudges · 9 letters
A theme word
These round, pale snacks are prized for their high oil content and smooth, velvety consistency.
9 letters.
Starts with M.
Starts with MA.
MACADAMIA
Theme word 6 of 6 5 nudges · 4 letters
A theme word
A humble, starchy grain that provides a mild, hypoallergenic liquid base for those avoiding other proteins.
4 letters.
Starts with R.
Starts with RI.
RICE