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Issue #434 Sun 18 Aug

NYT Connections Hints & Answer — August 18, 2024

Today's grid requires a shift in perspective, balancing literal interpretations against wordplay that demands a second look. Expect a few paths that appear straightforward before revealing their true, more specific intentions.

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  1. Reveal the yellow group
    ALARM CLOCK BUTTONS

    ALARM · HOUR · SNOOZE · TIME SET

  2. Reveal the green group
    “HERE’S A THOUGHT ...”

    PERHAPS · SAY · SUPPOSE · WHAT IF

  3. Reveal the blue group
    CANDY PIECES

    KISS · NERD · RUNT · WHOPPER

  4. Reveal the violet group
    SEVEN DWARFS MINUS LAST LETTER

    DO · DOPE · GRUMP · SLEEP

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