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NYT Connections Hints for April 11, 2024 (#312)

Game

MERMAID
PIXIE
MAIN
RULER
KING
PIPE
BUZZ
BOWL
COMPASS
CLOWN
CHANNEL
CREW
SCALE
LINE
WATCH
COLONEL

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HAIRCUTS, WITH CUT

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Types of Haircuts

BOWL
A haircut where a bowl is placed on the head to create a uniform cut around the head.
BUZZ
A very short haircut achieved with electric clippers.
CREW
A type of short haircut where the hair is cut uniformly close to the scalp.
PIXIE
A short hairstyle typically short on the back and sides of the head and slightly longer on the top.

MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

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Tools Used for Measuring

COMPASS
An instrument for drawing circles or arcs, also used for navigation.
RULER
A straightedge tool used to measure distance and draw straight lines.
SCALE
A device used to measure weight or mass.
WATCH
A timepiece, typically worn on the wrist, used to measure and display time.

WATER AND GAS CONDUITS

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Structures for Transporting Water or Gas

CHANNEL
A type of passage, tube, or trough for water or other fluids to flow through.
LINE
Pipelines or tubing designed to transport fluids or gas from one location to another.
MAIN
A principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas.
PIPE
A tubular section or hollow cylinder typically used to convey substances that can flow.

FAST FOOD MASCOTS

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Characters Representing Fast Food Brands

CLOWN
Associated with McDonald's, a clown character in colorful outfits.
COLONEL
The mascot for KFC, known for his iconic white suit and tie.
KING
The mascot for Burger King, a regal character often seen in promotions.
MERMAID
Not a common fast-food mascot, but potentially linked to seafood or themed restaurants.