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Issue #655 Thu 18 Dec

NYT Strands Hints & Answer — December 18, 2025

A mid-week puzzle that requires a steady hand and a clear desk. We have parsed the grid into a series of interconnected pathways.

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IMMUNEBOOSTERS
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  • ELDERBERRY
  • GARLIC
  • HONEY
  • LEMON
  • TURMERIC

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