Strands presents another intriguing challenge for puzzle enthusiasts today. If you've tackled a few of these puzzles before, you know they're on a whole different level compared to traditional word searches—making it surprisingly easy to hit a wall.

Whether you're looking for a gentle nudge in the right direction or need full spoilers to break through, this guide has everything you need to solve the NYT Games Strands Puzzle #316 for January 13, 2025. All tips, hints, and final answers are included below.

New York Times Games Strands Puzzle #316 – January 13, 2025

Today’s clue is Hole Foods. The puzzle includes one Spangram and six themed words, making a total of seven solutions to uncover.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

Looking for a subtle hint without spoiling the game? The sections below offer progressive clues that will steer you toward the correct theme and word choices—without giving too much away.

General Hint 1

Hint: Food items commonly known for having holes.

General Hint 2

Hint: These can be enjoyed either savory or sweet.

General Hint 3

Hint: Similar shape to donuts—but not donuts.

Spoilers for Two Words in Today's Strands

If you’re ready to see a couple of the words revealed along with their placement in the grid, check out the spoilers below.

Spoiler 1

Word: Garlic

Spoiler 2

Word: Sesame

Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

Ready to reveal all the answers? Here’s the full breakdown of today’s puzzle, including the Spangram, themed words, and how they connect in the letter grid.

Today’s category: Bagels
Themed words: Blueberry, Everything, Plain, Raisin, Sesame, Garlic

Explanation of Today's Strands Puzzle

Want to understand the logic behind today’s puzzle? This section dives into how the theme, clue, and words connect to form a cohesive concept.

The clue Hole Foods cleverly points to bagels, which are well-known for their hole-in-the-middle design. Each of the themed words represents a popular type of bagel found at bakeries and cafes around the world.

Ready to give it a try yourself? Visit the official [New York Times Games Strands](https://www.nytimes.com/games/strands) website, where you can play anytime from any device with a browser.