Today's Connections puzzle presents sixteen words to categorize into four themed groups, with a maximum of three errors allowed. This article provides hints, category clues, and solutions to help you conquer this challenging word game.
Words for NYT Connections Puzzle #561 (December 23, 2024): Boat, U, Bowl, M, Thou, Crew, V, You, 8, Ewe, Scoop, Glue, Tuesday, K, Grand, Yew
Puzzle Hints and Solutions:
The following sections offer progressive hints and answers. Proceed cautiously to avoid complete spoilers.
General Hints:
- Categorization isn't based on letter counts or similar criteria.
- While rhyming isn't the sole focus, it provides a valuable clue.
- "Glue" and "8" belong together.
Yellow Category (Easy):
Hint: Words with identical pronunciation.
Answer: Homophones
Words: Ewe, U, Yew, You
Green Category (Medium):
Hint: Styles of shirt necklines.
Answer: Necklines
Words: Boat, Crew, Scoop, V
Blue Category (Hard):
Hint: Mathematical expressions for 1000.
Answer: Ways to Express 1,000
Words: Grand, K, M, Thou
Purple Category (Tricky):
Hint: These words complete a common five-letter prefix to create four familiar terms.
Answer: Super __
Words: 8, Bowl, Glue, Tuesday
Complete Solution:
- Yellow - Homophones: Ewe, U, Yew, You
- Green - Necklines: Boat, Crew, Scoop, V
- Blue - Ways to Express 1,000: Grand, K, M, Thou
- Purple - Super __: 8, Bowl, Glue, Tuesday
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