NYT Connections Hints for December 2, 2023 (#174)
Game
NBA
CAP
HOOP
HAMPER
RING
PAPER
BASKET
CURB
CHEST
PEARL
CHECK
BAND
TRAFFIC
BIN
CIRCLE
LIMIT
Categories
Hints by Category
CONTAINERS
Back to CategoriesObjects used to hold or store items
BASKET
A container typically made of woven materials, used for carrying or storing items.
BIN
A container for storing or disposing of items, often used for waste.
CHEST
A large, sturdy box used for storage, often with a hinged lid.
HAMPER
A container, often with a lid, used for storing laundry or other items.
CIRCULAR SHAPES
Back to CategoriesShapes that are round or circular
BAND
A circular strip or loop, often used to hold things together.
CIRCLE
A perfectly round shape with no corners or edges.
HOOP
A circular band or ring, often used in games or as a decorative item.
RING
A circular band, often worn as jewelry or used to hold things together.
RESTRICT
Back to CategoriesActions or concepts related to limiting or controlling
CAP
To limit or set a maximum on something, such as a price or quantity.
CHECK
To control or limit something, often to prevent it from growing or spreading.
CURB
To restrain or keep something in check, often used in the context of controlling behavior or spending.
LIMIT
To set a boundary or restriction on something, preventing it from exceeding a certain point.
___ JAM
Back to CategoriesPhrases or terms that end with 'JAM'
NBA
Refers to the National Basketball Association, often associated with basketball games or events.
PAPER
Refers to 'paper jam,' a common issue in printers where paper gets stuck.
PEARL
Refers to 'pearl jam,' which can mean a type of jam made from pears or the famous rock band.
TRAFFIC
Refers to 'traffic jam,' a situation where vehicles are stuck in a long line due to congestion.