Strands, the daily word puzzle from the New York Times (the same folks who brought you Wordle), challenges you to decipher a theme and locate eight related words within a letter grid, all based on a single clue. 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

New York Times Games Strands Clues

Need a nudge without full spoilers? These hints point you towards 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

Partial solutions, including grid placement:

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

Complete solution ahead! Only proceed if you're truly stumped.

The category for today is Whales. The words are Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, and Sperm.

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Today's Strands Explained

Understanding the theme and clue connection:

"Thar She Blows!" is a classic phrase associated with whale sightings, referencing their spouts. Each themed word represents a different whale species.

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