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If you’re in search of clues for today’s Connections puzzle, you’ve come to the right spot! Personally, I found today’s puzzle a bit trickier than the recent ones. Several words could fit into more than one category, which made it challenging to differentiate them and identify the incorrect word when “one away” appeared. However, while I struggled, you get the advantage of having all the hints you need to succeed!
If you’re interested in trying something different today, I recommend the New York Times’ Spelling Bee puzzle. Its charming design adds to the appeal, making it not only enjoyable but also a great way to test your vocabulary without needing to memorize every definition. The challenge lies in recalling the words and spelling them correctly, which can be quite entertaining as you think of various options to form!
Hints for Today’s Connections Categories
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To find the correct answers, it’s essential to categorize each word accurately. Many words have similar meanings, while others seem totally unrelated. Here are some hints to help steer you in the right direction:
- One category includes words that suggest a sense of order or organization.
- Another category focuses on actions typically done in a specific location.
- There is also a category for activities that occur simultaneously but not at the same place.
- Lastly, one category consists of four words that precede another term in a phrase—this last word typically refers to a location one would prefer to avoid.
If you need more support, you’ll find an array of tips and full spoilers to help with each category.
Today’s Connections Answers
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As you work through the puzzle, you might find one of the categories, like the one involving NETWORK, to be confusing. Each word doesn’t purely relate to rows and columns; it might evoke thoughts of connections and wires, which can throw off your thinking. TABLE, for instance, didn’t seem to fit with NETWORK, and this can lead to misinterpretations.
Moving on, the THINGS TO DO AT A WORK EVENT category includes words like:
- CIRCULATE
- CONVERSE
- MINGLE
- NETWORK
These represent common actions during office gatherings, even if some, like CONVERSE, might remind you more of shoes than conversation.
Another category may tackle OLYMPIC EVENTS SINCE 2000, which could include:
- BREAKING
- SURFING
- TAEKWONDO
- TRAMPOLINE
Finally, for the ___ COURT category, you might come across words like:
- FOOD
- KANGAROO
- SUPREME
- TENNIS
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If you’re eager to try out more puzzles today, plenty are available. Feel free to explore various challenges to keep your brain engaged and entertained!