Issue #152 Fri 10 Nov
Connections hints — November 10, 2023
A tidy grid today, with clear boundaries between groups. The pathways are straightforward, provided you don't get distracted by the overlapping terminology.
yellow group 7 nudges
Yellow group
A mortar and pestle left on the counter after the guests have finally cleared out.
Culinary pantry staples
Direct synonyms
Members are 4–6 letters; first letters A, D, N, S.
SPICES
One is ANISE.
ANISE · DILL · NUTMEG · SAGE
green group 7 nudges
Green group
The student who finishes the test in ten minutes and stares at the clock.
Cognitive aptitude descriptors
Direct synonyms
Members are 5–6 letters; first letters B, Q, S.
INTELLIGENT
One is BRIGHT.
BRIGHT · QUICK · SHARP · SMART
blue group 7 nudges
Blue group
Whatever you set the night before is what gets you up — for better or worse.
Personal care products
Direct synonyms
Members are 3–9 letters; first letters A, D, O, S.
DEODORANTS
One is AXE.
AXE · DEGREE · OLD SPICE · SECRET
violet group 7 nudges
Violet group
A heavy iron display behind glass in a drafty museum basement.
Historical combat equipment
Direct synonyms
Members are 4–5 letters; first letters C, M, S.
MEDIEVAL WEAPONS
One is CLUB.
CLUB · MACE · SPEAR · SWORD