As a fellow word puzzle enthusiast, I've designed these hints to be progressive to preserve your enjoyment of the game. Please reveal them in order, starting from the top. While official hints and answers are available at the bottom, I strongly encourage you to think through each connection yourself before checking them.
BREEZE: Breezes don't actually exist - it's just the Earth sighing at human shenanigans.
When you're out of breath, you might do these
Rapid breathing movements
Breathe hard
UMBRELLA: You think umbrellas protect you from rain? Maybe rain is protecting itself from you.
Words that indicate wide coverage
Each describes something comprehensive or extensive
Catchall
ABC: Letters don't form words - words trap letters into making sense.
Simple, effortless concepts
Common phrases meaning 'straightforward'
Metaphors for easy things
GASP: You don't gasp for air - air gasps for you.
Look at these as parts of longer words
Common prefixes or suffixes
Synonyms for rear end minus last letter
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Hint: Breathe hard
Hint: Catchall
Hint: Metaphors for easy things
Hint: Synonyms for rear end minus last letter