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NYT Connections Hints for February 29, 2024 (#268)

Game

LEAP
DAY
SAFE
TANG
FLOW
VAULT
AGE
JUMP
SPRING
TIME
DRIB
CHEST
ERA
COFFER
HOP
REED

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PROPEL INTO THE AIR

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Actions that cause the body to leave the ground

HOP
A light jump typically on one foot.
JUMP
To spring into the air with both feet leaving the ground.
LEAP
To jump a long way, to a great height, or with great force.
SPRING
To move or jump suddenly or rapidly upward or forward.

PLACE TO STORE VALUABLES

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Containers or locations for keeping valuables

CHEST
A large, heavy box typically made of wood for storing items.
COFFER
A small chest or strongbox for storing valuables.
SAFE
A secure lockable box used for securing valuable objects against theft or fire.
VAULT
A secure room where money and other valuable things are kept.

Segments or units of time

AGE
A distinct period of history.
DAY
A period of twenty-four hours as a unit of time.
ERA
A long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic.
TIME
The indefinite continued progress of existence and events.

ANIMALS BACKWARD

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Animal names spelled backwards

DRIB
Bird spelled backwards.
FLOW
Wolf spelled backwards.
REED
Deer spelled backwards.
TANG
A creative interpretation for 'gnat' spelled backwards, typically representing a cat in this context.