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Issue #629 Sat 1 Mar

NYT Connections Hints & Answer — March 1, 2025

Today's grid requires a sharp eye for both linguistic patterns and cultural shorthand. Expect a steady climb as you navigate through two distinct word-based mechanics and a pair of groups that rely on external knowledge.

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  1. Reveal the yellow group
    ASSOCIATED WITH GOOD LUCK

    HORSESHOE · LADYBUG · PENNY · SHAMROCK

  2. Reveal the green group
    TO-BO- COMPOUND WORDS

    TOLLBOOTH · TOMBOY · TOOLBOX · TOWBOAT

  3. Reveal the blue group
    BROADWAY MUSICALS, FAMILIARLY

    FIDDLER · MERRILY · PHANTOM · SUNSET

  4. Reveal the violet group
    WORDS BEFORE “COWBOY” IN FILM AND MUSIC

    DRUGSTORE · MIDNIGHT · RHINESTONE · SPACE

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