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NYT Connections Hints for July 31, 2024 (#436)

Game

LITTLE
BULLDOG
SOUR
KISS
HUSKY
RING
STOUT
GRUFF
POINTER
HORN
ROUGH
AMBER
PORTER
HOARSE
MIDDLE
FRY

Hints by Category

Characteristics of a rough or hoarse voice

GRUFF
A deep, rough, and often harsh-sounding voice.
HOARSE
A voice that is rough and difficult to speak with, often due to overuse or illness.
HUSKY
A low, rough, and slightly breathy voice, often appealing or attractive.
ROUGH
A voice that is not smooth, often harsh or grating to the ear.

Different fingers on the human hand

LITTLE
The smallest finger on the hand, also known as the pinky.
MIDDLE
The third finger on the hand, located between the index finger and the ring finger.
POINTER
The first finger on the hand, used for pointing or indicating.
RING
The fourth finger on the hand, often where a ring is worn.

Different types of ale

AMBER
A type of ale that is characterized by its amber color.
PORTER
A dark, robust ale that originated in London.
SOUR
A type of ale that has a tart or sour taste, often due to the use of wild yeast or bacteria.
STOUT
A dark, heavy-bodied ale, known for its roasted flavor and high alcohol content.

French-related terms or concepts

BULLDOG
A breed of dog, often associated with England but also used in French contexts.
FRY
To cook food in hot oil, often used in the context of French fries.
HORN
A musical instrument, often associated with French horn players.
KISS
A common gesture of affection, often associated with the French custom of 'la bise'.