NYT Connections Solutions: #562 (Dec. 24, '24)

The New York Times Games presents Connections, a daily word puzzle, even on Christmas Eve! Need a hand solving this relaxing brain teaser? This guide offers hints, category clues, and even full spoilers for today's puzzle (December 24th, 2024, Puzzle #562). Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, we've got you covered.

Today's Connections puzzle includes: Lions, Tigers, Bears, Oh My, Dear, Jays, Bills, Use, Bye, Bees, Please, Close, Tight, Gimme, Ease, and Intimate.

Hints and Clues (without spoilers):

Looking for some helpful nudges without ruining the fun? These tips offer subtle guidance:

• General Hints: Consider common phrases or expressions. Think about categories that might group seemingly unrelated words. The puzzle often plays on word sounds and meanings.

• Yellow Category Clue: This category's answer is a well-known phrase, one third of a famous song title.

• Purple Category Clue: This category's solution is a descriptive term often used in everyday conversation.

Complete Solution (Spoiler Alert!):

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Where to Play:

Access the Connections puzzle on the official New York Times Games website, playable on most devices with a web browser.

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