Strands presents another engaging letter grid puzzle packed with hidden, themed words that can be quite challenging to uncover. With just one clue to guide you, it's easy to find yourself stuck on this brain-teasing game. Although the in-game hint system is available, you might prefer not to use it. This article is designed to assist you with various clues and spoilers to help you conquer today's puzzle.
Today's Strands puzzle comes with the clue "Off the Hook!" You'll need to find six items, which include the Spangram and five themed words.
For those seeking help without any spoilers, here are three themed hints for today's puzzle. Click the "Read More" button below each hint to reveal them.
Hint 1: These are creatures you might find underwater.
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Hint 2: Focus on different types of fish.
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Hint 3: These are various breeds of a popular large fish, often found in cans.
If you need a bit more help but want to avoid using in-game hints, take a peek at the two sections below. Each contains one word from the puzzle along with a screenshot showing its placement.
Word 1: Skipjack
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Word 2: Yellowfin
read moreThe Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands For the complete solution to today's New York Times Strands puzzle, open the section below. You'll find all the themed words, the Spangram, and their placements within the puzzle's grid.
The theme for today is TunaFamily. The words are Albacore, Skipjack, Yellowfin, Bluefin, and Bigeye.
read moreToday's Strands Explained For a detailed explanation of today's puzzle, check out the section below. It will break down how the clue, theme, and themed words interconnect and make sense.
The clue "Off the Hook" relates to fishing, as you can catch fish using a hook. Each of the themed words represents a different type of tuna from the tuna family, which you might catch in various locations.
read moreWant to play? Visit the New York Times Games Strands website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.
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