‘Connections’ Hints and Answers for NYT's Tricky Word Game on Monday, January 15

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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 the NYT 'Connections’ hints and answers for #218 on Monday, January 15, 2024.

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Connections game for Monday, January 15, 2024

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If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Monday'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 the NYT Connections Categories on Monday, January 15

1. List with options
2. Intended to protect
3. Various ways to take prescriptions or OTC options
4. They can share the same first word

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Connections Game Answers for Monday, January 15, 2024:

1. LIST OF CANDIDATES: BALLOT, ROSTER, SLATE, TICKET
2. PROTECTIVE BARRIER: BUFFER, CUSHION, PAD, SHIELD
3. MEDICINE FORMATS: CAPSULE, CREAM, SYRUP, TABLET
4. PEA ____: COAT, GREEN, POD, SOUP

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