Solve the NYT Games Strands Puzzle #312 (January 9, 2025): "Off the Hook!"
This article provides hints and solutions for the Strands puzzle, themed "Off the Hook," featuring six words, including a pangram and five themed words. Avoid using in-game hints and utilize this guide instead.
The Puzzle:

Spoiler-Free Hints:
- Hint 1: Underwater creatures.

- Hint 2: Specific types of fish.

- Hint 3: Breeds of a large, commonly canned fish.

Partial Spoilers (One Word Each):
- Word 1: Skipjack

- Word 2: Yellowfin

Complete Solution:

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.
Play Strands on the New York Times Games website.
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