Issue #644 Sun 7 Dec
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — December 7, 2025
Small adjustments often carry a surprising weight. Today's grid offers a patient, measured path through the letters.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The hum of the hooded dryer, the smell of singed hair, and a cape snapped tight around your shoulders.
Personal grooming and cosmetic services
ESTABLISHMENT FOR PERSONAL AESTHETICS
Spangram 4 hints · 11 letters
The connector word
Compound single word
11 letters.
Starts with B, ends with N.
BEAUTYSALON
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Starting letters
- 1 B (8 letters)
- 2 E (10 letters)
- 3 F (6 letters)
- 4 H (7 letters)
- 5 W (6 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BR (8 letters)
- 2 EX (10 letters)
- 3 FA (6 letters)
- 4 HA (7 letters)
- 5 WA (6 letters)
Theme word 1 of 5 5 hints · 8 letters
A theme word
Small, tight rows woven close to the scalp.
8 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BR.
BRAIDING
Theme word 2 of 5 5 hints · 10 letters
A theme word
Added length meant to blend seamlessly with your own.
10 letters.
Starts with E.
Starts with EX.
EXTENSIONS
Theme word 3 of 5 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A deep clean for your pores using steam and masks.
6 letters.
Starts with F.
Starts with FA.
FACIAL
Theme word 4 of 5 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
The quick snip that restores shape to your ends.
7 letters.
Starts with H.
Starts with HA.
HAIRCUT
Theme word 5 of 5 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A swift removal technique that leaves skin smooth.
6 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WAXING
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- BRAIDING
- EXTENSIONS
- FACIAL
- HAIRCUT
- WAXING
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on December 7, 2025. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for December 7, 2025, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on December 7, 2025?
NYT Strands on December 7, 2025 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 5 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the December 7, 2025 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 11 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "B" — 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 December 7, 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 5 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 5 theme words · 11-letter spangram