NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Thursday, January 9

Larry Slawson

9 January 2025 at 12:25 am·1-min read

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 #578 on Thursday, January 9, 2025.

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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.

Hints About Today's NYT Connections Categories on Thursday, January 9

1. Places to sell/offer merchandise and goods.
2. Simple things you can teach a four-legged companion.
3. Key areas of a company/organization.
4. These words are related to a patriotic song.

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

Today's Connections Game Answers for Thursday, January 9, 2025:

1. VENDOR'S SPOT AT A MARKET: BOOTH, STALL, STAND, TABLE
2. DOG COMMANDS: COME, HEEL, SIT, STAY
3. CORPORATE DEPARTMENTS: FINANCE, IT, LEGAL, SALES
4. LAST WORDS IN "AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL": FROM, SEA, TO, SHINING

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