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Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #579 for January 10, 2025
Answers for Today's NYT Connections #579 for January 10, 2025
Connections is a captivating daily word puzzle game from the New York Times Games. The challenge lies in sorting words into thematic groups, with the only clues being the words themselves. Players must be cautious, as they have a limited number of mistakes before losing the game.
If you're familiar with Connections, you know that these puzzles can become quite challenging. It's easy to be misled by red herrings or incorrect groupings, which can quickly deplete your allowed errors. For those who find themselves stuck, this guide is designed to assist you.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #579 for January 10, 2025
Today's Connections puzzle includes the following words: Sugar, Goat, Relax, Orange, Host, Rest, Door, Hinge, Easy, Rye, Depend, Car, Rely, Chill, Enough, and Bitters.
What is the Definition of Bitters?
Bitters is a non-alcoholic liquid or syrup used in mixed drinks to add a bitter or bittersweet flavor. Popular types include orange and Angostura's spice flavor.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle
For hints to help you solve the New York Times Games Connections, explore the sections below. Each section provides different types of clues to guide you toward the solution.
Some General Hints for the Whole Connections Puzzle
Here are some general hints to get you started:
1. None of these categories are about taking a break, but you're on the right track.
2. Door and Goat belong to the same category.
3. Bitters and Orange are grouped together.
Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints
For the yellow/straightforward category, consider words that are conditional on something else.
Yellow Connections Category Answer
The yellow/straightforward category is Be Contingent On.
Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the yellow/straightforward category is Be Contingent On.
The four words for this group are: Depend, Hinge, Rely, Rest.
Green NYT Connections Category Hints
For the green/medium difficulty category, think of phrases like "Loosen up, man. Mellow out."
Green Connections Category Answer
The green/medium difficulty category is "Calm Down!".
Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the green/medium difficulty category is "Calm Down!".
The four words for this group are: Chill, Easy, Enough, Relax.
Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
For the blue/difficult category, consider what a bartender might use to make a delicious drink.
Blue Connections Category Answer
The blue/difficult category is Ingredients in an Old Fashioned.
Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the blue/difficult category is Ingredients in an Old Fashioned.
The four words for this group are: Bitters, Orange, Rye, Sugar.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
For the purple/tricky category, think about the Monty Hall Problem and whether you should switch doors or keep your original choice.
Purple Connections Category Answer
The purple/tricky category is Featured in the Monty Hall Problem.
Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the purple/tricky category is Featured in the Monty Hall Problem.
The four words for this group are: Car, Door, Goat, Host.
Answers for Today's NYT Connections #579 for January 10, 2025
Here are the complete answers for today's innovative puzzle game:
- Yellow - Be Contingent On: Depend, Hinge, Rely, Rest
- Green - "Calm Down!": Chill, Easy, Enough, Relax
- Blue - Ingredients in an Old Fashioned: Bitters, Orange, Rye, Sugar
- Purple - Featured in the Monty Hall Problem: Car, Door, Goat, Host
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