NYT Connections Hints for September 26, 2024 (#503)
Game
SWELL
FRILL
BIKINI
WAX
TRIM
CHEESE
NEAT
BORDER
GROW
DRY
BEAN
VIRGIN
THEORY
STRAIGHT
FRINGE
MOUNT
Hints by Category
DECORATIVE EDGE
Back to CategoriesDecorative Elements on Clothing or Fabric
BORDER
A decorative edge or boundary, often seen on fabrics or garments.
FRILL
A decorative border of wavy or folded fabric, often used on clothing or accessories.
FRINGE
A decorative border of hanging threads or strips, commonly seen on scarves, shawls, or lampshades.
TRIM
Decorative edging or border, often used to enhance the appearance of clothing or home decor items.
INCREASE, IN A WAY
Back to CategoriesWays to Increase or Grow
GROW
To increase in size, amount, or degree over time.
MOUNT
To increase gradually in amount or intensity.
SWELL
To increase in size or volume, often due to internal pressure or expansion.
WAX
To increase gradually in size or intensity, often used metaphorically.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
Back to CategoriesDrink Specifications for Bartenders
DRY
A term used to describe a cocktail with little to no sweetness, often referring to martinis or other mixed drinks.
NEAT
A drink served without ice or any additional mixers, typically a straight shot of liquor.
STRAIGHT
A drink served without any mixers or added flavors, often referring to a shot of whiskey or other spirits.
VIRGIN
A non-alcoholic version of a cocktail, typically made with fruit juices, sodas, and other mixers.
STRING ___
Back to CategoriesPhrases or Items Related to Strings
BEAN
Refers to 'string bean,' a slang term for a very thin person.
BIKINI
Refers to 'bikini string,' the thin string used to tie a bikini top or bottom.
CHEESE
Refers to 'string cheese,' a type of cheese that can be pulled apart in strings.
THEORY
Refers to 'string theory,' a theoretical framework in physics where the fundamental constituents of reality are strings.