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NYT Connections Hints for February 19, 2025 (#654)

Game

TICK
TOCK
DING
DOCK
NICK
COCK
PONY
MOCK
CHIME
PIG
WHARF
SCRATCH
LIGHTHOUSE
CUCKOO
DENT
BOARDWALK

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STRUCTURES BY THE SHORE

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Structures commonly found near the shore or waterfront

BOARDWALK
A wooden walkway along a beach or waterfront, often used for leisurely strolls.
DOCK
A structure extending from the shore into the water, used for mooring boats or ships.
LIGHTHOUSE
A tower with a bright light at the top, used to guide ships at sea.
WHARF
A structure built along the shore for ships to load and unload cargo or passengers.

SMALL IMPERFECTION

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Minor flaws or damages

DENT
A small depression or hollow in a surface, often caused by impact.
DING
A small dent or mark, usually caused by a minor collision.
NICK
A small cut or notch, often on the edge of an object.
SCRATCH
A shallow mark or groove on a surface, typically caused by scraping.

SOUNDS A CUCKOO CLOCK MAKES

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Sounds associated with a cuckoo clock

CHIME
A melodious ringing sound, often produced by bells or a clock.
CUCKOO
The sound made by the cuckoo bird, which is mimicked by a cuckoo clock.
TICK
The short, sharp sound made by a clock or watch as it marks each second.
TOCK
The second part of the 'tick-tock' sound made by a clock, often deeper than the 'tick'.

Words that can precede 'tail' to form a common phrase or term

COCK
Refers to 'cocktail,' a type of mixed drink.
MOCK
Refers to 'mocktail,' a non-alcoholic mixed drink.
PIG
Refers to 'pigtail,' a type of hairstyle or braid.
PONY
Refers to 'ponytail,' a hairstyle where hair is tied back and hangs down.