Today's Theme
For Better or Wurst

Spangram Hint

★ Span Word

The Spangram is a word that spans the entire puzzle, touching every row. Today's Spangram is directly related to the theme — think about what makes the ultimate hot dog.

Hint: 8 letters (two words: 3 + 4). A playful term for the best-of-the-best hot dogs — or the champions of the wiener world. Think "top" + a slang word for hot dogs.

Word Hints

6 words
  • 1
    MUSTARD 7 letters Easy

    A classic yellow condiment made from ground mustard seeds. A must-have at any hot dog stand.

  • 2
    KETCHUP 7 letters Easy

    A sweet and tangy tomato-based sauce. Love it or hate it on your hot dog — it's a staple.

  • 3
    ONION 5 letters Easy

    A pungent bulb vegetable, often diced raw or grilled as a hot dog topping. Can make you cry!

  • 4
    RELISH 6 letters Medium

    A finely chopped pickle mixture with a sweet and tangy flavor. Bright green and squishy.

  • 5
    CHEESE 6 letters Medium

    A melted dairy topping that adds richness. Think nacho cheese drizzled over your dog.

  • 6
    SAUERKRAUT 10 letters Hard

    Fermented cabbage with a sour, tangy taste. A classic German-style topping especially popular in New York.

★ Spangram
TOP DOGS
The best of the best — hot dog champions
MUSTARD Easy
Yellow condiment
KETCHUP Easy
Tomato-based sauce
ONION Easy
Pungent diced bulb
RELISH Medium
Chopped pickle mixture
CHEESE Medium
Melted dairy topping
SAUERKRAUT Hard
Fermented cabbage
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