NYT Connections Hints for April 9, 2024 (#300)
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EAR
SCOPE
IRON
OIL
CREST
BRUSH
ARMS
REACH
KETTLE
RANGE
COMB
STEEL
DRYER
COAT
SHIELD
EXTENT
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BREADTH
Back to CategoriesMeasure of Width or Extent
EXTENT
The degree to which something stretches or covers; overall size or length.
RANGE
The area of variation between upper and lower limits on a particular scale.
REACH
The extent or range of something's application, effect, or influence.
SCOPE
The range of a subject covered by a book, discussion, class, etc.
HAIR TOOLS
Back to CategoriesInstruments or Devices Used in Hair Styling and Care
BRUSH
A tool with bristles used to smooth, style, and detangle hair.
COMB
A device used to separate and neaten the hair, typically made of plastic or metal.
DRYER
An electrical device used to dry hair by blowing hot air over it.
IRON
A tool, often referred to as a flat iron, used to straighten hair by applying heat.
HERALDRY TERMS
Back to CategoriesTerminology Related to Heraldry, the System by Which Coats of Arms and Other Armorial Bearings Are Devised and Regulated
ARMS
In heraldry, symbols representing families, countries, etc., often displayed on shields.
COAT
Short for 'coat of arms,' a distinctive heraldic design on a tunic or shield.
CREST
A component of a heraldic display, situated above the shield and helmet in a coat of arms.
SHIELD
A protective device, often used in heraldry as a background to display symbols.
WORDS BEFORE DRUM
Back to CategoriesWords That Can Precede the Word 'Drum' to Form Different Types of Drums
EAR
When combined with 'drum,' it refers to the eardrum, a part of the ear.
KETTLE
A 'kettle drum' is a large drum that produces a deep sound, also known as a timpani.
OIL
An 'oil drum' is a large, cylindrical container for storing oil, not a musical instrument but the term suggests a makeshift drum.
STEEL
A 'steel drum' is a musical instrument made from a metal drum, often used in Caribbean music.