Issue #242 Sun 4 Feb
Connections hints — February 4, 2024
A grid that rewards patience over speed. The four groupings are distinct, though several terms could easily migrate into neighboring territory if you rush.
yellow group 7 nudges
Yellow group
Whatever you set the night before is what gets you up — for better or worse.
Beverages
Synonyms
Members are 3–6 letters; first letters C, M, T.
DRINKS WITH CAFFEINE
One is COCOA.
COCOA · COFFEE · MATE · TEA
green group 7 nudges
Green group
The beige walls of a waiting room where the clock seems to be moving backward.
Adjectives
Synonyms
Members are 4–7 letters; first letters B, D, M, V.
UNEXCITING
One is BORING.
BORING · DULL · MUNDANE · VANILLA
blue group 7 nudges
Blue group
The single microphone stand under a lonely spotlight, waiting for the opener to take the stage.
Performing arts
Synonyms
Members are 3–7 letters; first letters A, B, R, S.
COMEDIAN’S PERFORMANCE
One is ACT.
ACT · BIT · ROUTINE · SET
violet group 7 nudges
Violet group
You take the same route home and a single door is open that's never open.
Culinary terminology
Synonyms
Members are 2–5 letters; first letters D, T, U.
MARTINI SPECIFICATIONS
One is DIRTY.
DIRTY · DRY · TWIST · UP