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Issue #605 Wed 5 Feb

NYT Connections Hints & Answer — February 5, 2025

Today's grid asks for a discerning eye to separate four distinct sets. Expect a steady, methodical climb as you navigate some overlapping potential.

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  1. Reveal the yellow group
    PARTS OF A COMPENSATION PACKAGE

    BONUS · INSURANCE · SALARY · VACATION

  2. Reveal the green group
    INDICATION

    FLAG · GIVEAWAY · SIGN · TELL

  3. Reveal the blue group
    THINGS TO DO WITH A DECK OF CARDS

    CUT · DEAL · FAN · SHUFFLE

  4. Reveal the violet group
    WHAT “BILL” MIGHT REFER TO

    BANKNOTE · BEAK · INVOICE · WILLIAM

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