New York Times Crossword Clues and Solutions for 1/15

Solve today's New York Times Strands puzzle, #318 (January 15, 2025), with this helpful guide. The clue is "Thar She Blows!" and the challenge is to find the pangram and eight themed words within the letter grid.

The puzzle grid.

Need a hand? Here's assistance, escalating in levels of spoiler:

General Hints:

• Hint 1: Ocean inhabitants.
• Hint 2: Creatures known for dramatic displays.
• Hint 3: Large marine mammals.

Word Spoilers (with placement):

• Spoiler 1: One of the words is "Right."

• Spoiler 2: Another word is "Humpback."

Complete Solution (Major Spoilers!):

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 associated with whale sightings, referencing their spouts. Each word in the solution represents a different whale species.

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