Daily NYT Crossword Clues and Solutions (Jan. 6, 2025)

Today's NYT Strands puzzle (#309, January 6, 2025) challenges players to decipher a theme from the clue "In Neutral" and locate seven related words within a letter grid. This article provides assistance, ranging from general hints to the complete solution.

The puzzle grid and clue.

Hints & Clues:

Need help but want to avoid spoilers? These hints offer guidance without revealing specific words:

• Hint 1: Consider items that come in neutral shades.
• Hint 2: Think about colors.
• Hint 3: Focus on subtle, nearly white colors.

Partial Solutions (Spoilers):

Prefer a little nudge without the full answer? Here are two words:

• Word 1: Cream
• Word 2: Eggshell

Complete Solution:

Ready for the answer? The theme is "Off-White". The words are: Eggshell, Vanilla, Cream, Linen, Ivory, Champagne.

Solution Explanation:

Off-white colors are nearly white but contain hints of other colors, making them considered "neutral" shades. The puzzle words represent various off-white hues.

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