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NYT Connections Hints for December 14, 2024 (#581)

Game

GOING
SOLE
REAL
BUTTER
FLUKE
SOLD
DIVA
SOL
ONCE
SOLO
TANG
YUAN
POUND
TWICE
WORLD
MULLET

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Types of Fish

FLUKE
A type of flatfish, commonly found in the North Atlantic.
MULLET
A fish with a distinctive profile, known for its short head and long body.
SOLE
A flatfish species, often considered a delicacy in many cuisines.
TANG
A type of saltwater fish, commonly found in tropical and subtropical waters.

WORDS IN AN AUCTION-ENDING PHRASE

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Phrases used in auction bidding

GOING
Indicates the start of the auction process.
ONCE
Part of the phrase 'going once,' signaling the first call for bids.
SOLD
Indicates that the item has been successfully auctioned.
TWICE
Part of the phrase 'going twice,' signaling the second call for bids.

GLOBAL CURRENCIES

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Worldwide Monetary Units

POUND
The currency of the United Kingdom, symbolized by '£'.
REAL
The currency of Brazil, symbolized by 'R$'.
SOL
The currency of Peru, introduced in 2018.
YUAN
The basic unit of currency in China, symbolized by '¥'.

WORDS BEFORE “CUP”

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Words that commonly precede the word 'cup'

BUTTER
Often used in the phrase 'buttercup,' a type of flower.
DIVA
Can be part of 'diva cup,' a brand name for a menstrual cup.
SOLO
Refers to 'solo cup,' a common type of disposable cup used at parties.
WORLD
Part of 'world cup,' a prestigious international sporting event.