Spoilers ahead! We’ve warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you’ve completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today’s NYT ‘Connections’ hints and answers for #629 on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
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If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Saturday’s puzzle, you’re not alone and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I’ll reveal the answers further down.
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Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Saturday, March 1
1. These words are often tied to “good fortune” and superstition.
2. The words in this category follow a similar structure/pattern with their spelling.
3. Related to theatrical works.
4. These terms precede a common six-letter noun (hint: the noun typically refers to someone who herds/tends cattle on horseback).
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Today’s Connections Game Answers for Saturday, March 1, 2025:
1. ASSOCIATED WITH GOOD LUCK: HORSESHOE, LADYBUG, PENNY, SHAMROCK
2. TO-BO- COMPOUND WORDS: TOLLBOOTH, TOMBOY, TOOLBOX, TOWBOAT
3. BROADWAY MUSICALS, FAMILIARLY: FIDDLER, MERRILY, PHANTOM, SUNSET
4. WORDS BEFORE “COWBOY” IN FILM AND MUSIC: DRUGSTORE, MIDNIGHT, RHINESTONE, SPACE
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