Solve the NYT Games Strands Puzzle #312 (January 9, 2025): "Off the Hook!"
This article provides assistance for the Strands puzzle, themed around fish. The game's clue is "Off the Hook," and six words need to be found: five themed words and a pangram.
Need Hints? (Spoiler-Free)
Here are three clues to help you without revealing the answers:
- Hint 1: Think underwater creatures.
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- Hint 2: Focus on specific types of fish.
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- Hint 3: Consider varieties of a large, commonly canned fish.
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Need Some Spoilers?
If you're stuck, here are two words and their locations:
- Spoiler 1: Skipjack
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- Spoiler 2: Yellowfin
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Complete Solution (Major Spoilers!)
The theme is Tuna Family. The words are: Albacore, Skipjack, Yellowfin, Bluefin, and Bigeye.
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Explanation
The clue, "Off the Hook," refers to catching fish. All the themed words are types of tuna.
Ready to play? Find the New York Times Games Strands on their website; it's accessible on most devices.