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**NYT ‘Connections’ Today: Hints and Answers for Friday, March 14**
A streak of 17 days finally came to an end as I struggled to find meaningful connections between the given words. It wasn’t until I clicked the shuffle button multiple times that I stumbled upon a possible solution.
The journey started with a wild guess that Canadian comic actors Martin Short and Eugene/Daniel Levy might be part of a group, which led me nowhere. After clicking the shuffle button a few times, I accidentally discovered a connection between LEVY, CHARGE, and FINE, which put me on the right track. The yellows finally clicked into place with ASSESS, but even then, I was stumped.
I went through a mix of impulsive decisions, including linking FILM SERIES to the blues due to its length, and attempting to force the greens together by choosing words with no apparent connection. Thankfully, CANDY suddenly became relevant, revealing a group that makes sense, albeit in a somewhat abstract manner.
With only eight words left, I was able to figure out the blues more coherently and finally solved the puzzle with the purples. I should have gotten there earlier, but exhaustion took over at one point.
In conclusion, today’s game taught me to be patient and not rely solely on my instincts when solving Connections puzzles late at night. It also reminded me of a classic Scottish folk song, “Loch Lomond,” which brought back fond memories of home and the importance of staying hydrated, calling loved ones, and sharing content with others.
**Hint:** Don’t wait until the last minute to solve the puzzle; it might just save your streak!
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