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Connections Hints for August 16, 2025
Here are all the official hints to guide you toward the solution.
Yellow Category (Easiest)
Think synonyms for courage, maybe even in a lion's context.
Green Category
Consider what improvements might be called when referred to upgrades or renovations.
Blue Category
Ponder a verb synonymous with "to beat" perhaps in a competitive or rhythmic sense.
Purple Category (Hardest)
Focus on what thin wrappers could refer to, maybe in the context of food or packaging.
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Connections Answer for August 16, 2025
Here is the final, official answer for the Connections puzzle that was released on August 16, 2025.
Yellow Category: Intrepidity
Each word represents a quality or state of being brave and showing courage in the face of difficulties or challenges.
FORTITUDE, GRIT, PLUCK, RESOLVE
Green Category: Renovations
These words are all actions associated with making improvements or repairs to a building, structure, or space to enhance its appearance or function.
CONSTRUCTION, REPAIRS, UPGRADES, WORK
Blue Category: Trounce
The words listed are all synonyms that describe the act of defeating someone decisively or overwhelmingly in a competition or battle.
CREAM, CRUSH, ROUT, SHELLAC
Purple Category: Kinds of soft/lightweight paper
These words name different types of paper that are known for their delicate texture and light weight, commonly used for specific purposes.
CREPE, ROLLING, TISSUE, TOILET
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