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Pinpoint Answer Today asks: what links Pel\u00e9, Messi, Decathlon, Perfect score (sometimes), and X (when counting in Rome) - and what story do they share? Follow the spoiler-safe hints one by one, then reveal the final connection and see how each clue fits together.
Pel\u00e9 Messi Decathlon Perfect score (sometimes) - What connects Pel\u00e9, Messi, Decathlon, Perfect score (sometimes)?
LinkedIn Pinpoint #548 Answer:
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Seeing Pelé and Messi back-to-back in today’s Pinpoint felt like a welcome gift. My brain immediately started connecting soccer stars and their famous number 10 jerseys. It seemed like a straightforward, classic sports puzzle. But then the clues took a sharp turn with Decathlon, and suddenly the connection wasn’t so obvious anymore, forcing me to look beyond the pitch.
| Clue Word | Example Phrase | Connection Explained |
|---|---|---|
| Pel\u00e9 | “Number 10 jersey” | Pelé famously wore the number 10 jersey during his career, a number often associated with the best players in soccer. |
| Messi | “Lionel Messi wearing jersey number 10” | Lionel Messi is famously associated with the number 10 as he has worn this jersey number throughout most of his career, symbolizing his status as one of the greatest football players. |
| Decathlon | “10 track and field events” | The decathlon consists of 10 different track and field events, showcasing a range of athletic skills. |
| Perfect score (sometimes) | “10 out of 10” | A perfect score often refers to achieving the highest possible rating, which is commonly represented as 10 out of 10. |
| X (when counting in Rome) | “Roman numeral X” | In Roman numerals, 'X' represents the number 10. |
Once the answer was revealed, everything made perfect sense. Here's how each clue connects:
Confirm the shared idea
Check how every clue maps back to "Things associated with the number 10" before you lock in an answer.
Lean on the walkthrough
Pel\u00e9 and Messi both represent the iconic number 10 jersey. Decathlon literally translates to ten events. A perfect score often caps out at ten, and the Roman numeral X is also ten. Every clue speaks the language of tens, so the theme Things associated with the number 10 becomes unavoidable.
Adjust your pace
Treat this as a easy puzzle and pace your guesses accordingly.
Each clue ultimately points back to "Things associated with the number 10". The walkthrough below shows the specific links and supporting evidence.
Compare the board against the detailed breakdown, then apply the hints one clue at a time until the shared idea becomes obvious.
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Swapping the order looks tempting (Pel\u00e9, Messi, and Decathlon), but keeping the connector alongside each clue produces natural phrases and consistent grammar across the board.
