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 #500 on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Wednesday'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 Wednesday, October 23

1. The words in this category follow a six-letter primary color (hint: this hue is commonly associated with caution or cowardice).

2. These words are preceded by a common secondary color (hint: it's made by mixing yellow and blue).

3. All of these words follow a four-letter primary color.

4. This final category is associated with a regal color (hint: it's made by mixing blue and red together).

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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 Wednesday, October 23, 2024:

1. YELLOW _____: CAB, JACKET, JOURNALISM, PAGES

2. GREEN _____: BERET, GOBLIN, SALAD, THUMB

3. BLUE _____: JAY, JEANS, MOON, WHALE

4. PURPLE _____: HAZE, HEART, PROSE, RAIN

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