NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Saturday, February 1

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 #601 on Saturday, February 1, 2025.

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, February 1

1. The words in this category are related to colors.
2. Related to crime.
3. Things you might do if you don't agree with something.
4. These terms complete a three-word phrase (hint: the first part of the phrase is a verb that means "hit forcefully").

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Today's Connections Game Answers for Saturday, February 1, 2025:

1. TINT: HUE, SHADE, TINGE, TONE
2. COMPONENTS OF A MYSTERY: ALIBI, CLUE, DETECTIVE, SUSPECT
3. TAKE ISSUE WITH: CHALLENGE, CONTEST, DISPUTE, QUESTION
4. STRIKE A _____: CHORD, DEAL, MATCH, POSE

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