What Is a Jellyfish in Sudoku?

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Jellyfish is a size‑4 fish pattern, generalizing X‑Wing (size 2) and Swordfish (size 3). For a digit d, if four rows restrict d to the same four columns (or vice versa), eliminate d from all other cells in those columns (or rows).

When to look for it

  • Hard/Expert-level puzzles where simpler techniques stall.
  • Candidate notes are required—enable notes first.
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