NYT Connections Hints for March 3, 2024 (#269)
Game
WAVE
DANCE
SEA
CAVE
TON
BUCKLE
FLOP
SNAP
BUTTON
WHISTLE
MASS
SHOUT
GIVE
LAUGH
COLLAPSE
SLEW
Hints by Category
LARGE AMOUNT
Back to CategoriesTerms denoting a large quantity or volume
MASS
A large body of matter with no definite shape.
SEA
A large expanse of water, typically larger than a lake and connected to the ocean.
SLEW
A large number or quantity of something.
TON
A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds in the United States (also used figuratively to represent a large amount).
FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Back to CategoriesPhrases indicating collapse or giving in under pressure
BUCKLE
To bend and give way under pressure or strain.
CAVE
To yield or submit under pressure.
COLLAPSE
To fall down or in as a result of physical pressure or lack of support.
GIVE
To yield under pressure; to collapse or break.
WAYS TO GET ATTENTION
Back to CategoriesActions that are likely to draw notice or interest
SHOUT
To yell or scream, usually to garner attention.
SNAP
A quick, sharp action or sound, often used to get attention.
WAVE
To move one's hand to and fro in greeting or as a signal.
WHISTLE
To emit a clear, high-pitched sound by forcing breath through a small hole between partly closed lips, often used to attract attention.
BELLY ___
Back to CategoriesPhrases that start with 'belly'
BUTTON
The navel or umbilicus; often a focus in belly dancing.
DANCE
A type of dance that emphasizes the movement of the stomach or belly.
FLOP
A term that might refer to a failure, or in a physical context, something falling or hanging loosely.
LAUGH
A deep, hearty laugh that seems to originate from the belly.