January 24, 2025 Connections Puzzle #593 Tips and Solutions

As you navigate today’s Connections puzzle, you might find yourself in need of some guidance to unlock its mysteries. Described as having a moderate difficulty level, it presents a challenge without causing prolonged frustration. This balance allows players to experience a satisfying journey towards the solution. Fortunately, I have compiled all the essential information you will need to complete the puzzle efficiently and accurately.

If you’re looking for a different type of puzzle, consider trying the NYT’s Wordle. Although it shares some similarities with Connections, you’ll be arranging letters instead of full words. The faster you guess the word, the higher your score will be, so aim to solve it in fewer attempts for optimal results.

Today’s Connections Category Hints

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Soul in Connections Categories January 24

Today’s puzzle features several clever misdirections, where some words are intertwined through different associations rather than shared meanings. This complexity may create brief moments of confusion, but attentive players will be able to discern the connections without too much difficulty. Personally, I encountered a challenging word, but overcoming it led to a smoother solving experience.

One category relates to actions taken when something is bothering you.
Another category features four elements that are not always socially acceptable.
A category focuses on habitual activities.
The final category consists of four terms that complete a phrase; they relate to repair, specifically using the term ‘patch.’

Should you require additional hints, expect more to come. Sometimes a little extra nudging is just what you need to move forward, so here are the category titles you’re looking for.

CONTEMPLATE

RUDE THINGS TO DO

VOCATION

___PATCH

Today’s Connections Answers

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Yellow Answers: Revealed & Explained

CONTEMPLATE
BROOD	MUSE	PONDER	REFLECT

This category initially tested my resolve. Recognizing MUSE and PONDER suggested I was on the right track, but distinguishing between BROOD, REFLECT, and STARE proved challenging. With time, I realized that STARE was the outlier, clarifying my path to completion.

Green Answers: Revealed & Explained

RUDE THINGS TO DO
INTERRUPT	LITTER	POINT	STARE

After completing the previous category, this one became much clearer. Revisiting the words with a fresh perspective helped me identify the connections, leading me to correctly group the terms under this playful banner.

Blue Answers: Revealed & Explained

VOCATION
CRAFT	LINE	TRADE	WORK

This was my second category solved. Confidence grew as I recognized the terms CRAFT, TRADE, and WORK as fitting together, and after some deliberation, I tentatively identified LINE as the final piece. Fortunately, it clicked, allowing me to proceed seamlessly.

Purple Answers: Revealed & Explained

___PATCH
CABBAGE	NICOTINE	ROUGH	SOUL

Completing this last category was a culminative achievement. Although I had an inkling that CABBAGE and NICOTINE belonged together, the other terms were less certain. Eventually, I confidently selected all the words to finalize the puzzle, feeling accomplished and thrilled.

Other Games Like Connections

Fulfill your puzzle cravings with one of the enjoyable games listed below.

Game Name	How To Play	Is It Free To Play?
Wordle (NOW)	Solve a random five-letter word using color cues. Each solution is available in our regularly updated list.	Yes
Hello Wordl	A game similar to Wordle where players can adjust the number of letters in the word.	Yes
The Password Game	Create a password in this intriguing and evolving challenge, supported by our guiding tips.	Yes
Worldle	Guess a country based solely on its silhouette along with some geographical clues.	Yes