NYT Spelling Bee: Jan 15, 2025 Solutions

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—if you really need it—the complete solution.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #318 January 15, 2025

The clue for today's puzzle is: "Thar She Blows!"

New York Times Games Strands Clues

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

These sections reveal one word each, along with its location in the grid. Use cautiously!

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

Warning: Major Spoilers Below! Only proceed if you're completely stumped.

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

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Today's Strands Explained

"Thar She Blows!" is a reference to whales' characteristic spout of water and air. Each themed word represents a different whale species.

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