If you find yourself struggling with today’s Connections puzzle, it might be beneficial to take a short break. Stepping away for a moment can provide clarity and allow you to return with a fresh perspective, ultimately enabling you to uncover the nuances of the puzzle. However, if you still feel stuck—especially with the last two categories—consider these helpful hints designed to guide you from frustration to a confident solve.
The Connections puzzle can occasionally seem challenging, as understanding the specific connotations of the clues is crucial for a successful resolution. Though it presents a unique challenge, it remains a delightful and condensed take on traditional newspaper puzzles that many players find enjoyable. Its brevity means you can solve it quickly without dedicating an entire day.
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Today’s Connections Category Hints
DECEMBER 18 #556
Need hints for today’s puzzle? You’re not alone! With each Connections puzzle, players often face a variety of challenges that require unraveling the meanings of individual words. To successfully navigate this puzzle, pay close attention to some of the more obscure terms. Here are your hints:
- A category featuring four words describing actions performed by individuals to resolve problems
- A category centered around four distinct types of the same drink
- A category that includes four terms commonly associated with a specific profession
- A category involving four words that precede a common term related to shapes
If you’re still in need of assistance, more hints are on the way. These will be categorized by name, which may be all you need to complete the puzzle. Continue scrolling to access the “Answers” segment.
| DEAL WITH |
| STYLES OF BEER |
| INVESTMENT VERBS |
| ___ DOME |
Today’s Connections Answers
DECEMBER 18 #556
Yellow Answers: Revealed & Explained
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DEAL WITH |
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|---|---|---|---|
| FIELD | HANDLE | MANAGE | TACKLE |
This category is somewhat straightforward, albeit tricky to provide hints without using the terms in the category name. While the terms FIELD and TACKLE carry a sporting connotation, there are no other conflicting terms in the puzzle to complicate matters. However, these could consume valuable time as you eliminate them as possible guesses.
Green Answers: Revealed & Explained
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STYLES OF BEER |
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|---|---|---|---|
| BITTER | BOCK | SOUR | STOUT |
Interestingly, this was the category I identified first, based more on the meanings of the words rather than familiarity with beer types. Identifying this category successfully early on allowed me to eliminate four words from consideration. Although I was uncertain about the word BOCK, its fit with the other terms made it a logical choice.
Blue Answers: Revealed & Explained
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INVESTMENT VERBS |
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|---|---|---|---|
| HEDGE | HOLD | SHORT | TRADE |
This category presented more of a challenge, particularly as I’m less familiar with investment jargon. The terms SHORT and HEDGE as verbs can be confusing, which complicates the puzzle further. TRADE and HOLD are more intuitive, yet this can make it tough to find the right combination without clarity on the other words.
Purple Answers: Revealed & Explained
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___ DOME |
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|---|---|---|---|
| CAPITOL | CHROME | ONION | TEAPOT |
This final category appears quite random at first glance. The words ONION and TEAPOT generally lack commonality. Personally, I’ve never referred to any container as a TEAPOT dome, despite being a tea enthusiast. My memories identify CHROME and CAPITOL as the only relevant terms I could recall associating with “dome.”
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