NYT Connections Hints for April 13, 2024 (#299)
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JOKER
HAIR
RING
WITCH
LION
CLOWN
SINNER
WARDROBE
TENT
SCARECROW
MAKEUP
WIZARD
PROPS
SMOKER
TRAPEZE
LOVER
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SEEN AT THE CIRCUS
Back to CategoriesCommon attractions or elements found at a circus
CLOWN
A performer known for comedic acts, exaggerated makeup, and costumes, traditionally a staple at circuses.
RING
The circular arena where circus acts perform, often the central focal point.
TENT
A large, often striped, canvas shelter under which circus shows are held, also known as the big top.
TRAPEZE
A swing-like apparatus used for aerial acrobatics in a circus, involving swinging and performing stunts.
THE WIZARD OF OZ FIGURES
Back to CategoriesCharacters from the classic film and novel 'The Wizard of Oz'
LION
The Cowardly Lion, one of Dorothy's companions, known for his initial lack of courage.
SCARECROW
Another of Dorothy's companions, known for his lack of a brain and his desire to obtain one.
WITCH
Refers primarily to two characters, the Wicked Witch of the West and the Good Witch of the North.
WIZARD
The mysterious and powerful figure who rules over the Emerald City and is sought by Dorothy and her companions.
FILM DEPARTMENTS
Back to CategoriesKey creative and technical departments involved in film production
HAIR
The department responsible for styling the hair of actors to suit their characters' looks.
MAKEUP
The department in charge of applying cosmetics and prosthetics to enhance or alter an actor's appearance on screen.
PROPS
The department that manages all hand-held items and set decorations used in filming to enhance authenticity.
WARDROBE
The department responsible for the clothing and costumes worn by actors, crucial for defining the visual style of characters.
I'M A ___ (LYRICS IN THE JOKER)
Back to CategoriesLyrics from the song 'The Joker' by Steve Miller Band
JOKER
Refers to someone who is funny or not serious, as stated in the song's lyrics.
LOVER
Indicates a romantic character, aligning with the song's depiction of various personal traits.
SINNER
A term indicating moral or ethical wrongdoing, used in the song to describe complex human nature.
SMOKER
Mentioned in the song as part of the singer's identity, potentially referring to habits or lifestyle.