New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 15, 2025

Strands, the daily word puzzle from the New York Times (the same folks behind Wordle), challenges you to decipher a single clue and locate eight themed words within a letter grid. If you're stuck on Strands Puzzle #318 (January 15, 2025), this guide offers hints, partial spoilers, and the complete solution—use only what you need!

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #318 January 15, 2025

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Clue: Thar She Blows!

New York Times Games Strands Clues

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Need a nudge in the right direction? These spoiler-free hints will help you unlock the puzzle's theme.

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

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These spoilers reveal two words and their locations on the grid. Proceed with caution!

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

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Ready for the full solution? This section reveals all themed words and their placement. Only open if you're completely stumped!

Theme: Whales. Words: Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, Sperm.

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Today's Strands Explained

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This section explains the puzzle's theme and word choices. Use this after solving for a deeper understanding.

"Thar She Blows!" refers to the whale's spout. Each word is a type of whale.
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