NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Thursday, January 16

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 #585 on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Thursday’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 Thursday, January 16

1. These words are related to money, economics and/or the exchange of goods and services.
2. Fixtures/items that are attached or mounted to a similar surface. 
3. Related to covert operations.
4. The words in this category precede a common three-letter noun (hint: the noun typically refers to a medium-sized rodent).

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Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!).

Today’s Connections Game Answers for Thursday, January 16, 2025:

1. BUYING AND SELLING: BUSINESS, COMMERCE, MARKET, TRADE
2. INSTALLED ON A WALL: BASEBOARD, OUTLET, SCONCE, SWITCH
3. SPY: AGENT, ASSET, MOLE, PLANT
4. _____ RAT: GYM, MALL, PACK, RUG

How’d you do?

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