Get NYT Connections Hints for February 1, 2025. Find hints and solutions for puzzle #601, including word connections and hidden categories.
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SHADE: They say throwing shade is negative, but trees have been throwing shade for millions of years and we thank them for it.
Think about color and gradation
Words that modify intensity or quality
Tint
TONE: People worry about their tone of voice, but silence speaks volumes louder than any tone ever could.
Part of solving a case
Criminal investigation elements
Components of a mystery
DETECTIVE: The greatest detective mystery isn't solving crimes, it's figuring out why we spend Monday to Friday solving cases of the missing weekend.
To raise doubts or compete
Ways to test or oppose
Take issue with
POSE: We spend so much time striking the perfect pose, we forget the best moments are when we're caught off guard.
Different actions that create a connection
Words that can mean 'align' or 'arrange'
Strike a ___
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Hint: Tint
Hint: Components of a mystery
Hint: Take issue with
Hint: Strike a ___