NYT Strands Hints, Answers /for December 2, 2025 (#639)

NYT Strands Hints & Answers for Dec. 2, 2025 (#639)

Today’s NYT Strands puzzle (No. 639) is tricky and might be uncomfortable if you have a common fear. The theme requires recognizing patterns related to a very specific corner of nature — and several answers have challenging letter scrambles. If you’re stuck, this full breakdown of hints, clues, and the spangram will help you complete the board.

At TechBoltX, our daily Strands guide provides fast, reliable answers with contextual hints so you can improve your solving speed and understand the puzzle’s structure.

Today’s Strands Theme (Dec. 2)

Theme: On the web

If that isn’t enough, here’s an extra nudge:

Bonus Clue: Think Charlotte and Wilbur — a nod to “Charlotte’s Web.”

In-Game Hint Words Used (Clue Words)

Finding any words of 4+ letters reveals theme hints. These are the ones used to unlock today’s clues (yours may differ):

HUNT, HUNTS, DOWN, WHIP, WHIPS, JUMP, SUMP, RANT, LATS, HUMAN

✔️ Today’s NYT Strands Answers (Non-Spangram Words)

All of today’s theme-connected answers revolve around creatures commonly found “on the web.” Here’s the full list of non-spangram words:

• HOUSE
• WIDOW
• JUMPING
• HUNTSMAN
• RECLUSE
• TARANTULA

Each of these relates to a type of spider — fitting perfectly with the puzzle’s theme and hint.

????️ Today’s Strands Spangram (Dec. 2 #639)

Spangram: SPIDERS

How to trace it:
Start at the S located five letters down on the far-left column, then weave your way across the grid to spell the full spangram.

Completing this reveals the entire puzzle and uses every letter on the board.

FAQs – NYT Strands Help

1. What is today’s Strands theme?

The theme for Dec. 2 is “On the web.”

2. What is the spangram for today’s Strands puzzle?

The spangram is SPIDERS.

3. How many theme words were in today’s puzzle?

There are six non-spangram words, though Strands can vary daily.

4. Are Strands puzzles getting harder?

NYT has introduced more abstract themes and longer words recently, making some puzzles feel more challenging to new players.

Written by Anish Puzzle Expert at TechBoltX

Anish is a dedicated puzzle strategist at TechBoltX, trusted by thousands of daily readers to deliver accurate Wordle guides and quick solutions. Known for his streak-saving hints and clear breakdowns, Anish transforms complex puzzles into solvable wins. He covers everything from daily NYT games to emerging logic puzzles, ensuring you never have to break a sweat—or your streak.