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: a pangram and five themed words. If you're stuck, use the hints and spoilers below.
The Puzzle:

Hints (Spoiler-Free):
- Hint 1: Think underwater creatures.

- Hint 2: Focus on specific types of fish.

- Hint 3: Consider breeds of a common, often canned, large edible fish.

Spoilers (One Word at a Time):
- Spoiler 1: Skipjack

- Spoiler 2: Yellowfin

Complete Solution:

The theme is Tuna Family. The themed words are: Albacore, Skipjack, Yellowfin, Bluefin, and Bigeye.

Explanation:
The clue "Off the Hook" refers to catching fish on a hook. Each themed word represents a type of tuna, fitting the "Tuna Family" theme.
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