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"New York Times Strands: January 15, 2025 Hints and Answers"

Author : Emery Update : May 07,2025

Strands, the engaging daily word puzzle from the New York Times, challenges players to solve a thematic puzzle using just one clue. After the NYT acquired Wordle in 2022, they introduced Strands, where you must identify a theme and uncover eight themed words within a letter grid. If you're familiar with the game but find yourself stumped, this guide offers hints, partial spoilers, and the full solution to help you out.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #318 January 15, 2025

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Today's Strands puzzle challenges you to find nine items: the Spangram and eight themed words. The clue provided is "Thar She Blows!"

New York Times Games Strands Clues

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Looking for some hints to crack this innovative puzzle game without spoiling the fun? Each section below contains a single clue to guide you toward the theme. Click the "Read More" button to reveal the hint.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Ocean dwellers.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Explosive animals.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: Big swimming animals.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

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Need a bit more help? Below, you'll find spoilers for two words along with screenshots showing their placement in the puzzle grid.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Right

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Humpback

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

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If you're ready for the complete solution, the section below reveals all the themed words, the Spangram, and their locations in the grid. Be cautious, as this will fully spoil the puzzle.

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

Today's Strands Explained

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For a deeper understanding of today's puzzle, check out the explanation below. It connects the clue, theme, and themed words, providing insight into how they relate.

"Thar She Blows" is an apt clue for today's puzzle as it relates to whales, known for expelling air and water through their blowholes, creating a geyser effect. Each of the themed words represents a different type of whale.

Ready to dive into the game? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on most devices with a browser.