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How Connections works
The cited guide describes Connections as a game in which players sort 16 words into four groups of four that share a theme. Players may make up to four mistakes, according to the guide.
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Hints for puzzle #799
- One group contains words that can signal or prompt something.
- Another groups words that mean an opportunity.
- One set lists things a hotel might provide.
- For the last group, put each word before “watch” to make a familiar phrase.
Full answers for August 18
These are the four categories and the words listed under each by the cited guide:
Indication
CUE, NOD, PROMPT, SIGNAL. Each can indicate something or prompt an action.
#1 Best Overall
Opportunity
BREAK, CHANCE, OPENING, SHOT. Each can describe an opportunity.
Hotel Amenities
BREAKFAST, PARKING, POOL, WI-FI. The guide groups these as hotel amenities.
Rank #2
Words Before Watch
DIGITAL, POCKET, STOP, WRIST. Each forms a familiar phrase when placed before “watch.”
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