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Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsFree Scan →Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →The answers below are for NYT Connections puzzle #514, published November 6, 2024. If you meant the November 6, 2025 puzzle, that was a different game, #879.
Connections #514 answers for November 6, 2024
Spoilers ahead: The four groups and their words are:
| Category | Words |
|---|---|
| DVR BUTTONS | PAUSE, PLAY, RECORD, STOP |
| GROUNDBREAKING | DIFFERENT, NEW, NOVEL, ORIGINAL |
| COMMUNICATE THROUGH WRITING | CORRESPOND, MESSAGE, TEXT, WRITE |
| THINGS WITH FEET | BIPED, FURNITURE, POEM, YARDSTICK |
TechRadar’s November 6, 2024 answer guide lists the same groups and words (TechRadar).
Why the words fit
DVR BUTTONS
PAUSE, PLAY, RECORD and STOP are controls used on recording devices.
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GROUNDBREAKING
DIFFERENT, NEW, NOVEL and ORIGINAL can each describe something groundbreaking.
COMMUNICATE THROUGH WRITING
CORRESPOND, MESSAGE, TEXT and WRITE are ways to communicate in writing.
THINGS WITH FEET
This group uses “feet” in several senses, not just as body parts: a BIPED has feet, FURNITURE can have feet, poems can be arranged in poetic feet, and a YARDSTICK measures three feet. TechYorker’s guide explains these different meanings (TechYorker).
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Which November 6 puzzle is this?
The date and number identify the 2024 game: puzzle #514. November 6, 2025 had a separate Connections puzzle, #879, so the year matters when searching for answers (TechRadar).
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