NYT Connections Hints for January 9, 2024 (#214)
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SPONGE
SALT
SMOKE
SHAFT
DUST
MONK
BROOM
HEAT
MAGNUM
FAT
POLLEN
RAG
ACID
MOP
TRACY
PEPPER
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CLEANING SUPPLIES
Back to CategoriesTools and items used for cleaning
BROOM
A tool with bristles used for sweeping floors.
MOP
A tool with a sponge or cloth used for cleaning floors.
RAG
A piece of cloth used for cleaning or wiping surfaces.
SPONGE
A porous material used for cleaning and absorbing liquids.
ELEMENTS OF COOKING, PER SAMIN NOSRAT
Back to CategoriesFundamental elements of cooking as described by Samin Nosrat
SALT
Enhances flavor and balances other tastes.
FAT
Adds richness, texture, and flavor to dishes.
ACID
Adds brightness and balances richness.
HEAT
Transforms ingredients through cooking processes.
THINGS THAT MAKE YOU SNEEZE
Back to CategoriesCommon irritants that trigger sneezing
DUST
Fine particles that can irritate the nasal passages.
PEPPER
Spices like black pepper can cause sneezing when inhaled.
POLLEN
Fine powder from plants that causes allergic reactions.
SMOKE
Airborne particles from burning materials that irritate the nose.
TITULAR FICTIONAL DETECTIVES
Back to CategoriesFamous detectives from fiction
MAGNUM
Thomas Magnum from 'Magnum, P.I.'.
MONK
Adrian Monk from 'Monk'.
SHAFT
John Shaft from 'Shaft'.
TRACY
Dick Tracy from the comic strip 'Dick Tracy'.