NYT Connections Hints for December 20, 2025 (#949)
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CURE
TIN
BOTTOM
SALT
LOBSTER
FOLD
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DRY
BUCKET
CLASH
PRESS
DRUM
WASH
CAN
DAMNED
MUSIC
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CONTAINERS
Back to CategoriesTypes of containers or receptacles
BUCKET
A cylindrical container with a handle, typically used for carrying liquids or materials.
CAN
A sealed metal container used for preserving food or beverages.
DRUM
A large cylindrical container, often used for storing liquids or industrial materials.
TIN
A metal container, often used for preserving food, similar to a can but sometimes referring to smaller or specific types.
LAUNDRY SERVICES
Back to CategoriesServices or steps involved in laundering clothes
DRY
The process of removing moisture from clothes, typically using a dryer or air drying.
FOLD
The act of neatly arranging clothes after they are cleaned and dried.
PRESS
To iron clothes to remove wrinkles and give them a smooth appearance.
WASH
The process of cleaning clothes using water and detergent.
BRITISH BANDS FORMED IN THE 1970S, WITH "THE"
Back to CategoriesInfluential British bands from the 1970s whose names include the article 'The'
CLASH
The Clash, a pioneering punk rock band formed in 1976, known for hits like 'London Calling'.
CURE
The Cure, formed in 1978, known for their gothic and post-punk style, with songs like 'Friday I'm in Love'.
DAMNED
The Damned, formed in 1976, one of the first British punk bands, known for 'New Rose'.
FALL
The Fall, formed in 1976, an influential post-punk band led by Mark E. Smith.
ROCK ___
Back to CategoriesPhrases or terms that combine with 'Rock' to form common expressions
BOTTOM
Rock bottom - the lowest possible point or level.
LOBSTER
Rock lobster - a type of lobster or a reference to the B-52's song 'Rock Lobster'.
MUSIC
Rock music - a genre of popular music that originated in the 1950s.
SALT
Rock salt - a type of salt in large crystals, often used for de-icing or cooking.