今日のNYT Connectionsのヒントと解答（12月7日、第545回）

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Connections is a game in the New York Times that challenges you to find the relationships between words. It may seem simple, but it's not. Connections categories can be almost anything, and they are usually very specific. If you need help finding the answer, we will assist you.

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What is Connections?

Connections is a game in the New York Times. The goal is simple: classify 16 words into 4 groups. Each group of words is connected by a common idea or theme. The common element can be anything. From games that depend on the number of letters in words to categories that require finding additional letters at the end of words, various types of games can be seen. Sometimes, references to economics can be seen, and sometimes references to fairy tales can be seen. The relationships between words can be anything.

"Once you feel confident, select 4 words and click 'Submit'. You have 4 attempts in total, so don't bet too much."

Today's Connection Group Hint

Some hints to start the 545th Connections game:

• Yellow: Related ideas.
• Green: Something you use a fishing rod for.
• Blue: Basketball.
• Purple: Not short.

Still need help? The actual group names are as follows:

• Yellow: Think Together
• Green: Methods to catch fish
• Blue: W.N.B.A teams
• Purple: Long

Today's NYT Connection Answer

Think of Together (Yellow):

Relate, associate, equate, indicate relationship

Methods to catch fish (Green):

Bait, hook, fly, lure, W.N.B.A teams (Blue): Freedom, storm, sun, wings

Long (Purple):

Respect, colleague, horn, foot

How to Predict Connection Groups

There is no quick and reliable method like Wordle for Connections. This is because Connections is not based on an algorithm. However, by keeping a few points in mind, you may find it somewhat helpful.

1. Find similar parts of speech. Is one word a verb and the other a noun? Or an adjective? Try grouping them based on these categories and see if other patterns become apparent.
2. Are the words synonyms? Sometimes, categories may just be short phrases or very close synonyms. However, don't rely too heavily on this. Occasionally, Connections intentionally inserts some words that are sometimes synonyms to mislead you.
3. Try saying the words. Sometimes, saying the words can be helpful. One puzzle contains the words go, rate, faster, clip, pace, speed, move, commute, hurry, and they are all related to the idea of movement. However, when you say them, it becomes slightly apparent that only 4 of them (go, move, hurry, faster) are the words you should say to actually make someone move.
4. Red Herring. Connections usually contain words that could be mistakenly grouped together. For example, think of the words Bud, Corona, and Light. These three words may seem to go together or assume they belong to a category related to beer—but they didn't.
5. Find your own words. Try using a word on the board that doesn't have multiple meanings or is only used in a specific context as the basis for a category.
6. Shuffle the board. Sometimes, changing the position of the words can give you a new perspective.

If you couldn't solve this problem, don't worry—there will be another opportunity tomorrow! And these words may be related to topics you are interested in. This can help you occupy a favorable position in the competition.