Strands is a captivating daily word puzzle game developed by the New York Times, the creators who also acquired Wordle in 2022. To master this game, you'll need to decipher a single clue to uncover the theme and identify all eight themed words within the letter grid. If you're familiar with how to play but find yourself stuck on a particular puzzle, this guide is here to assist you with general hints, specific word spoilers, or even the complete solution.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #318 January 15, 2025
Today's Strands puzzle challenges you to find nine items: the Spangram and eight themed words. The clue for today is "Thar She Blows!"
New York Times Games Strands Clues
If you're seeking help without spoilers for this innovative puzzle game, each section below provides a clue to guide you towards the theme. Click the "Read More" button under each header to reveal the hint.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Ocean dwellers.
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General Hint 2
Hint 2: Explosive animals.
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General Hint 3
Hint 3: Big swimming animals.
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Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands
If you need to see specific words, the sections below contain spoilers and screenshots showing where those words fit into the puzzle's letter grid.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Right
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Spoiler 2
Word 2: Humpback
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The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands
For those who need the entire solution, the section below reveals all themed words, the Spangram, and a screenshot of their placement in the grid. Be cautious; this section fully spoils the puzzle.
Today's category is Whales. The words are Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, and Sperm.
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Today's Strands Explained
If you're curious about how today's puzzle fits together, the explanation below ties the clue, theme, and words into a coherent narrative.
"Thar She Blows" is an apt clue for today's puzzle, as whales are known for their blowholes, through which they expel air and water, creating a geyser effect. Each themed word represents a different type of whale.
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Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on almost any device with a browser.
