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New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 9, 2025

by Eleanor Feb 23,2025

Solve the NYT Games Strands Puzzle #312 (January 9, 2025): "Off the Hook!"

This article provides solutions and hints for the Strands puzzle with the clue "Off the Hook!" The puzzle features six words: five themed words and a pangram.

The Puzzle:

Hints (Spoiler-Free):

Need a nudge without revealing the answers? Here are some general hints:

  • Hint 1: Think underwater creatures.
  • Hint 2: Focus on specific types of fish.
  • Hint 3: Consider various breeds of a common, often canned, large edible fish.

Partial Spoilers:

Prefer a little more help? Here are two words with their locations:

  • Word 1: Skipjack
  • Word 2: Yellowfin

Complete Solution:

Ready for the full answer? The theme is "Tuna Family." The words are: Albacore, Skipjack, Yellowfin, Bluefin, and Bigeye.

Explanation:

The clue "Off the Hook" refers to catching fish. Each themed word represents a type of tuna.

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