NYT Connections Hints for March 8, 2024 (#276)
Game
DART
CAN
PUNCH
HEM
HAW
DRY
LOO
EDGE
CONDO
SPICE
FREEZE
PLEAT
BITE
HERO
SEAM
CURE
Hints by Category
THINGS TO SEW
Back to CategoriesItems related to sewing
DART
A tapered tuck made in the fabric of a garment to help it fit better.
HEM
The edge of a piece of cloth or clothing that has been turned under and sewn.
PLEAT
A fold in the fabric, usually pressed or stitched into place, to create fullness or decorative effect.
SEAM
The join where two pieces of fabric are sewn together in garment making.
WAYS TO PRESERVE FOOD
Back to CategoriesMethods to extend the shelf life of food
CAN
Preserve food by sealing it in an airtight container and applying heat to kill bacteria.
CURE
Preserve food by adding salt, sugar, or another substance to reduce moisture and inhibit bacterial growth.
DRY
Remove moisture from food to prevent the growth of microorganisms.
FREEZE
Preserve food by storing it at very low temperatures to slow down enzyme activity and bacterial growth.
SHARP QUALITY
Back to CategoriesAttributes or substances with a sharp or intense nature
BITE
A sharp or pungent taste or flavor.
EDGE
The sharp side of a blade, or metaphorically, a keen or effective aspect of something.
PUNCH
A forceful, impactful quality, often used in the context of flavors or impressions.
SPICE
A substance used to flavor food, often with a strong or pungent taste.
BIRDS MINUS LAST LETTER
Back to CategoriesBird names with the last letter removed
CONDO
Derived from 'Condor' by removing the last letter.
HAW
Derived from 'Hawk' by removing the last letter.
HERO
Derived from 'Heron' by removing the last letter.
LOO
Derived from 'Loon' by removing the last letter.