NYT Connections Hints for February 23, 2025 (#649)
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PICKLE
GRATE
MILK
TEA
JAM
SCRAPE
CAN
BUTTER
GRIND
BEANS
SYRUP
FERMENT
FREEZE
GUTS
HOT SAUCE
GNASH
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RUB TOGETHER
Back to CategoriesActions involving friction or rubbing
GNASH
To grind or strike teeth together, often in frustration or anger.
GRATE
To rub food against a grater to shred it into small pieces.
GRIND
To crush or reduce something to small particles by friction.
SCRAPE
To rub a surface with a sharp or rough object to remove something.
WAYS TO PRESERVE FOOD
Back to CategoriesMethods to extend the shelf life of food
CAN
To seal food in airtight containers to prevent spoilage.
FERMENT
To preserve food by allowing it to undergo controlled microbial growth, often producing alcohol or acids.
FREEZE
To preserve food by storing it at very low temperatures to inhibit bacterial growth.
PICKLE
To preserve food by soaking it in a brine or vinegar solution.
BREAKFAST CONDIMENTS
Back to CategoriesCommon condiments used during breakfast
BUTTER
A dairy product made from churning cream, often spread on bread or used in cooking.
HOT SAUCE
A spicy condiment made from chili peppers, vinegar, and other ingredients.
JAM
A sweet spread made from fruit, sugar, and pectin.
SYRUP
A thick, sweet liquid, often made from sugar or maple sap, used as a topping for pancakes or waffles.
PROVERBIAL THINGS THAT ARE SPILLED
Back to CategoriesThings that are commonly referenced in proverbs or idioms when spilled
BEANS
Refers to revealing a secret, as in 'spilling the beans.'
GUTS
Refers to revealing one's true feelings or intentions, as in 'spilling one's guts.'
MILK
Refers to something that cannot be undone, as in 'don't cry over spilled milk.'
TEA
Refers to gossip or secrets, as in 'spilling the tea.'