Strands is a captivating daily word puzzle game brought to you by the New York Times, the same publisher that acquired Wordle in 2022. To master Strands, players must decipher a single clue to uncover the theme and identify all eight related words within the letter grid.
If you're familiar with the game but find yourself stumped on today's puzzle, this guide is here to assist. We provide general hints, reveal a couple of the words, and offer the complete solution if you need it.
Today's Strands puzzle challenges you to find nine items: the Spangram and eight themed words. The clue given is "Thar She Blows!"
Looking for assistance without spoilers? Below are clues designed to nudge you towards the theme of today's puzzle. Click "read more" under each header to reveal them.
Hint 1: Ocean dwellers.
read more#### General Hint 2
Hint 2: Explosive animals.
read more#### General Hint 3
Hint 3: Big swimming animals.
read more### Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands
For a closer look at two of the words, including their placement in the grid, click "read more" below.
Word 1: Right
read more#### Spoiler 2
Word 2: Humpback
read more### The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands
If you're ready for the full solution, including all themed words, the Spangram, and their positions, click "read more" below. Be warned: this will reveal everything.
The theme for today is Whales. The words are Beluga, Humpback, Baleen, Gray, Right, Blue, and Sperm.
read more### Today's Strands Explained
If you're curious about how the puzzle's elements connect, click "read more" below for an explanation.
"Thar She Blows" is an apt clue as whales are known for their blow holes, which cause water and air to spout up. Each themed word represents a different type of whale.
read more### Want to Play?
Interested in tackling Strands? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a web browser.
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