Issue #693 Sun 25 Jan
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — January 25, 2026
Saturday brings a grid that demands a steady hand and a bit of patience. Navigating these paths requires careful attention to the geometry of the layout.
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STICKYSITUATION
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- BATON
- CANE
- DOWEL
- PICKET
- POLE
- POST
- STAKE
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Today
- Difficulty
- Stiff
- At a glance
- 7 theme words · 15-letter spangram