NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Tuesday, January 21

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 #590 on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Tuesday’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 Tuesday, January 21

1. These words are designed to wound/insult an individual.
2. A tiny representation of something much bigger.
3. These items/tools are helpful during winter weather (and are used for a specific purpose).
4. Characters or items with a medical title.

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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 Tuesday, January 21, 2025:

1. PUTDOWN: BARB, CRACK, DIG, SLIGHT
2. SMALL LIKENESS: DOLL, FIGURE, MINIATURE, MODEL
3. USED TO CLEAR SNOW: PLOW, SALT, SAND, SHOVEL
4. DOCTORS IN POP CULTURE: NO, OCTOPUS, PEPPER, WHO

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