The New York Times Strands puzzle for March 12, 2025, is themed “Bearing Gifts,” focusing on words associated with talents and abilities. The Spangram for this puzzle is “PRODIGY,” highlighting exceptional talent. The words hidden within the grid include:
- CHOPS
- FLAIR
- KNACK
- SKILL
- TALENT
- PROWESS
- STRENGTH
These words all relate to innate or developed abilities, aligning with the puzzle’s theme. Solving the puzzle involves identifying these words within the grid, guided by the overarching theme of “Bearing Gifts.”