NYT Connections Hints for August 5, 2025 (#821)
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DRESS
SCARF
SUBWAY
GRATE
PIPE
TUBE
CUBE
ZIP
HEALTH
CARROT
UNDERGROUND
SECRET
METRO
MINCE
COAL
SLICE
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SUBTERRANEAN TRANSIT
Back to CategoriesUnderground transportation systems
METRO
A rapid transit system, often underground, serving a metropolitan area.
SUBWAY
An underground electric railroad, typically in a city.
TUBE
Informal term for the London Underground.
UNDERGROUND
A subway system for urban transportation.
MAKE INTO SMALLER PIECES WHILE COOKING
Back to CategoriesCulinary cutting techniques
CUBE
To cut food into small, cube-shaped pieces.
GRATE
To reduce food into small shreds by rubbing it on a grater.
MINCE
To chop food into very small pieces.
SLICE
To cut food into thin, flat pieces.
USED TO DECORATE A SNOWMAN
Back to CategoriesTraditional snowman decorations
CARROT
Often used as the snowman's nose.
COAL
Commonly used for the snowman's eyes and buttons.
PIPE
A classic accessory placed in the snowman's mouth.
SCARF
Wrapped around the snowman's neck for decoration and warmth.
___ CODE
Back to CategoriesPhrases ending with 'code'
DRESS
Refers to a set of rules specifying the attire to be worn.
HEALTH
Refers to a system of rules for maintaining health standards.
SECRET
Refers to a system of words or symbols used to conceal meaning.
ZIP
Refers to a postal code used in the United States.