Issue #565 Fri 19 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — 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 hints · 12 letters
The connector word
A single compound word
12 letters.
Starts with N, ends with K.
NONDAIRYMILK
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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)
Group hint 1 reveal
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 hints · 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 hints · 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 hints · 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 hints · 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 hints · 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 hints · 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
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- ALMOND
- CASHEW
- COCONUT
- FLAX
- MACADAMIA
- RICE
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 19, 2025. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for September 19, 2025, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 19, 2025?
NYT Strands on September 19, 2025 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 6 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the September 19, 2025 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 12 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "N" — the hints above ease you toward the rest one step at a time, without spelling it out.
What is the theme of NYT Strands on September 19, 2025?
We keep the theme under wraps here so nothing is spoiled — but the ladder above walks you into it, starting with the puzzle's overall vibe. Want it stated outright, with the spangram and all 6 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 12-letter spangram