Solve today's New York Times Strands puzzle (#318, January 15, 2025) with this helpful guide. The clue is "Thar She Blows!" and the goal is to find the pangram and eight themed words within the letter grid. If you're stuck, this guide offers hints, partial spoilers, and the complete solution.
Need a hint?
Here are some spoiler-free clues to get you started:
General Hint 1: Ocean inhabitants.
General Hint 2: Mammals known for their powerful displays.
General Hint 3: Large marine mammals.
Stuck on a specific word?
These spoilers reveal two words and their locations within the grid:
Spoiler 1 (Word): Right
Spoiler 2 (Word): Humpback
Ready for the full solution?
(Proceed with caution!)
The theme is Whales. The themed words are: Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, and Sperm.
Solution Explanation:
"Thar She Blows!" is a nautical phrase often associated with whales spouting water from their blowholes. Each themed word represents a different whale species.
Enjoy the puzzle! Find Strands on the New York Times Games website.
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