January 4, 2024

NYT Connections Hint - January 4, 2024

Hey there, game changers! 🎮 Today we're diving into gift-riffic accessories, cheek-swiping app moves, and some totally 'sick' slang - you might just strike it lucky! 🍀😎

Word Explanations

  • MATCH

    • When two profiles collide and it's a match made in digital heaven. 💘🔔

  • BOX

    • Not just where you put all your worries, but also your yet-to-be-given goodies! 📦🎁

  • CHARM

    • Your superpower hidden in a pendant? Who wouldn't want that! 🍀✨

  • STRIKE

    • Winning streaks? They're for you and your lucky stars to decide! 💫

  • BOW

    • This gift accessory makes your present Instagram-ready with its classy shimmer. 🎀✨

  • DUCK

    • Not the kind that waddles, but still smooth sailing with luck. 🍀🦆

  • SICK

    • So cool it might just need a thermometer - in a good way! 🤒😎

  • SWIPE

    • A flirty flick of the thumb just might lead to your next fling! 💑📱

  • FIRE

    • It's hotter than hot, blazing with excitement and awesomeness! 🔥

  • CARD

    • Sign your love with this, the official hallmark of heartfelt greetings. 💌

  • BLOCK

    • Sometimes you swipe right, sometimes you drop the mic and block it. 😎✋

  • TIGHT

    • This word squeezes out all uncoolness, it's the new rad! 👍

  • BREAK

    • When the universe finally gives you a break from the chaos of life! 🙌🍀

  • MESSAGE

    • Drop a line and wait to see if you get left on read or ghosted. 💬👻

  • LIT

    • Not just a source of light, but apparently, the ultimate party vibe. 🔥🥳

  • WRAPPING

    • Wrap it up and call it a surprise! Tear into the joy. 🎁🎉

Theme Hints

  1. GIFT-GIVING ACCESSORIES

    • What's under your tree with a bow and a smile? 🎀 Boxes and cards all wrapped up in joy!

  2. DATING APP ACTIONS

    • Swipe right, block the wrong ones, and maybe get a message amidst the chaos! 💌

  3. COOL, IN SLANG

    • These words ignite the vibe and keep the party as lit as your wildest dreams! 🌟

  4. LUCKY ___

    • Feeling lucky? It could be a strike of good fortune or maybe just a lucky duck kind of day! 🎲

Answers Explanation

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  1. GIFT-GIVING ACCESSORIES

    :BOW,BOX,CARD,WRAPPING

    • Who knew so much goes into decking out a prezzie? It's all about that glam, ain't it? 🎁💝

  2. DATING APP ACTIONS

    :BLOCK,MATCH,MESSAGE,SWIPE

    • Love at first swipe or block - it's cupid meets touchscreen! 💔📱

  3. COOL, IN SLANG

    :FIRE,LIT,SICK,TIGHT

    • Each is like the hip dictionary's way of saying "totally wild and amazing!" 🔥

  4. LUCKY ___

    :BREAK,CHARM,DUCK,STRIKE

    • Lucky charms ain't just for breakfast, they're in phrases too! You're one lucky duck. 🍀🦆

Well, folks, that was a whirlwind tour of gift surprises, love swipes, slang awesomeness, and ducky luck! 🎁 Swipe into the weekend and stay fire! 🔥✌️