NYT Connections Hints for April 16, 2025 (#708)
Game
CROWD
SCORE
MAMBA
ENGINE
BOA
SIMBA
KATY PERRY
SCAR
LION
GARTER
SCRATCH
MERINGUE
CORSET
SCRAPE
TANGY
STOCKINGS
Hints by Category
BURLESQUE WEAR
Back to CategoriesClothing and accessories associated with burlesque performances
BOA
A long, fluffy scarf often made of feathers, worn as a glamorous accessory in burlesque.
CORSET
A tightly fitting undergarment worn to shape the torso, commonly used in burlesque costumes.
GARTER
A band worn around the leg to hold up stockings, often decorative in burlesque.
STOCKINGS
Sheer, close-fitting legwear, frequently paired with garters in burlesque attire.
MESS UP THE SURFACE OF
Back to CategoriesActions that damage or alter the surface of something
SCAR
To mark or damage the surface with a visible line or blemish.
SCRAPE
To rub or scratch the surface, often causing damage.
SCRATCH
To make shallow cuts or marks on a surface.
SCORE
To make lines or cuts on a surface, often for a specific purpose like grip or decoration.
THEY ROAR
Back to CategoriesThings or entities that produce a roaring sound
CROWD
A large group of people can roar in unison, such as at a concert or sports event.
ENGINE
A machine, especially a car or plane engine, can roar when running at high power.
KATY PERRY
A reference to her song 'Roar,' where she metaphorically 'roars' as an expression of strength.
LION
A large wild cat known for its powerful roar.
LATIN DANCES WITH A VOWEL CHANGED
Back to CategoriesNames of Latin dances altered by changing a vowel
MAMBA
Derived from 'mambo,' a Latin dance, with the 'o' changed to 'a'.
MERINGUE
Derived from 'merengue,' a Latin dance, with the 'e' changed to 'i'.
SIMBA
Derived from 'samba,' a Latin dance, with the 'a' changed to 'i'.
TANGY
Derived from 'tango,' a Latin dance, with the 'o' changed to 'y'.