NYT Connections Today: Hints and Answers
The New York Times’ latest word game, Connections, has taken the world by storm. Developed by associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu, this game challenges players to identify the common threads among 16 given words, grouped into four distinct categories.
Each game resets nightly at midnight, and incorrect guesses are counted as mistakes, with a maximum of four allowed before the game concludes. Players have the option to rearrange and shuffle the board to make it easier to identify connections.
Data for August 16
The game for August 16, Connections #432, provided the following categories with their corresponding answers:
- Meh: AVERAGE, FAIR, OK, SO
- U.S. State Abbreviations: HI, MA, OR, PA
- Types of Boots: ANK, CBOY, GO-GO, THIGH-HIGH
- Things That Move Up and Down: ELEV, SUN, TIDE, YO-YO
For those struggling to solve the puzzle, helpful clues are provided without revealing the categories outright.
Conjunctive Adverbs in Writing
Conjunctive adverbs, like “however,” “instead,” “because,” “additionally,” and “therefore,” are crucial in academic writing, helping to create connections between ideas and presenting a cohesive argument. They serve as a hinge in a door, ensuring that the flow of ideas is smooth and understandable.
These adverbs are often misused or misunderstood, leading to confusion in the reader. However, using them correctly can significantly improve the clarity and effectiveness of written communication.
Proper Usage of “And” and “But” in Sentences
When starting a sentence with these conjunctions, it is essential to note that a comma is not needed immediately after them. This differentiates them from conjunctive adverbs, which do require a comma.
