Strands, a captivating daily word puzzle game brought to you by the New York Times—the same folks who acquired Wordle in 2022—challenges players to decipher a theme and uncover eight themed words using a single clue. The fun part? Spotting these words within a letter grid!
If you're already familiar with Strands but find yourself stumped on today's puzzle, don't worry; this article is here to assist. Whether you need general hints, a peek at a couple of the words, or the entire solution, you'll find it all right here.
The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #318 January 15, 2025
Today's Strands puzzle includes nine elements to discover: the Spangram and eight themed words. The clue to guide you is "Thar She Blows!"
New York Times Games Strands Clues
Looking for some help without the spoilers? Each section below offers a clue to steer you closer to today's puzzle theme. Click the "Read More" button beneath each header to reveal them.
General Hint 1
Hint 1: Ocean dwellers.
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Hint 2: Explosive animals.
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Hint 3: Big swimming animals.
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Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands
Need a bit more help? The sections below contain a single word each, along with a screenshot showing where it fits in the puzzle's grid.
Spoiler 1
Word 1: Right
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Word 2: Humpback
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The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands
Ready for the full solution? Below you'll find all the themed words, the Spangram, and a screenshot illustrating their placement. Be warned: this section fully reveals the puzzle.
The theme for today is Whales. The words are Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, and Sperm.
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Today's Strands Explained
Curious about how it all ties together? The section below explains how the theme, words, and clue relate. If you're still puzzled after solving, this should clear things up.
"Thar She Blows" is a fitting clue since whales are known for expelling air and water through their blowholes, creating a geyser-like effect. Each of the themed words represents a different type of whale.
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Ready to dive into the fun? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.
