NYT Strand Hints, Answers & Help Dec. 26 #663

Okay,here’s a breakdown of the Strands answers for ⁤December⁣ 26,2025,based on the provided text:

Theme: Please hold. (Referring to ‍things you put in a box)

Non-Spangram Answers:

* GIFT
* SHOE
* TOOL
* LUNCH
* MATCH
* PIZZA
* BALLOT
* TACKLE

Spangram:

* the image shows the spangram is HOLDBOX.

Helpful Words (to unlock hints):

* ⁢BOXING
* CHEAT
*‍ HEAT
* SMOCK
* MOCK
* LATE
* TEAM
* MEAT
* TEAMS
* LOOT
* TOLE
* ⁢ BALL
* BALE
* KALE
* TALL

Clue: ⁤ Cats love these more than they love expensive toys. (Referring to boxes)