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Hints for Connections #385
These clues move from broad themes to category nudges. Stop before the next section if you want to solve the groups yourself.
Broad clues
- An old proverb, for example.
- Related to grilling.
- Different types of something in nature.
- Things that might be found in pools or similar settings.
Category nudges
- Yellow: A saying from the past.
- Green: Fire up the barbecue.
- Blue: Woody types.
- Purple: No bubbles without these.
Connections #385 answers
Spoilers: The solved categories and all 16 tiles are below.
| Category | Tiles |
|---|---|
| OLD SAYING | ADAGE, CHESTNUT, MAXIM, SAW |
| GRILL FUEL SOURCES | CHARCOAL, ELECTRIC, GAS, WOOD |
| TREES | ASH, CHERRY, EBONY, GUM |
| HOT TUB COMPONENTS | FILTER, HEATER, JET, PUMP |
The old-saying group uses words for a proverb or familiar expression; “chestnut” and “saw” can both refer to an old saying. The grill-fuel set combines charcoal, electric, gas, and wood options. The remaining groups name trees and hot-tub components.
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How this puzzle is identified
This is game #385, dated Sunday, June 30, 2024. Parade published its answer guide on June 30, while TechRadar’s guide appeared June 29 and labels the puzzle #385; the Connections++ archive also lists game #385 on June 30.
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