The latest *Strands* puzzle for Christmas Day is a festive challenge that requires keen observation and a knack for wordplay. Today's puzzle, themed around **A Visit From Santa**, beckons players to uncover nine hidden words within its jumbled grid. Whether you're a seasoned *Strands* player or new to the game, this article offers a range of clues and spoilers to guide you to victory.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #297 December 25, 2024

The Strands puzzle for today has the clue A Visit From Santa. There are nine things to spot, including the Spangram and the eight themed words.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

Dive into the puzzle with these helpful clues, each revealing one word to get you started. Click the "Read More" button beneath each section for the clue.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: What might Santa bring?

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Hint 2: Small gifts.

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Hint 3: Small gifts to fill your sock-like decorations.

read moreSpoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

Need a bit more help? Here are spoilers for two of the words, complete with screenshots showing their placement within the grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Candy

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Word 2: Toys

read moreThe Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

For those who want the full solution, expand the section below to reveal all the themed words and their placements in the grid.

The category for today is Stocking. The words are Toys, Plushie, Orange, Socks, Scarf, Coal, Candy, and Pens.

read moreToday's Strands Explained

Curious about how the theme ties into the puzzle? Expand the section below for an explanation of today's Strands puzzle.

A Visit from Santa means you'll be getting lots of presents, and some of these might be presents that fit in your Stocking. All the themed words are little stocking stuffers you might get on Christmas.

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