How hard is this LinkedIn Pinpoint puzzle?

We consider this puzzle Moderate difficulty. Most players solve it once they spot the shared connector.

What are the clues for this puzzle?

The five clues are: May, Mar, Oct, Jan, Dec. Each one links back to the connector "Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars.".

LinkedIn Pinpoint #475: May, Mar, Oct, Jan, Dec

Q: What is the answer to LinkedIn Pinpoint #475?

The connector for LinkedIn Pinpoint #475 is "Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars.". The full walkthrough explains why each clue fits.

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LinkedIn Pinpoint #475 Answer:

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Pinpoint #475 Walkthrough & Analysis

Puzzle Overview

词汇包含 May、Mar、Oct、Jan、Dec，跨越不同场景或用法，提示它们共享同一个类别、前缀/后缀或搭配方式。

How the Solution Emerged

Every clue in this set—May, Mar, Oct, Jan, and Dec—ultimately circles back to Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars.. May sparks the pattern, Oct reinforces it, and Dec locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.

How Each Clue Connects to "Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars."

Detailed breakdown of each clue word, example phrase, and explanation
Clue Word	Example Phrase	Connection Explained
May	“May vs. MAY on calendar”	Unlike other months that use three letters (JAN, FEB, etc.), May keeps its full spelling as a standard calendar abbreviation since it's already three letters.
Mar	“Mar on the calendar”	Mar is the standard three-letter abbreviation for March when written in calendar format.
Oct	“Oct on a calendar”	Oct is the standard three-letter abbreviation for October commonly used in calendar formats and date writing.
Jan	“Jan on the calendar”	Jan is the standard three-letter abbreviation for January commonly used in calendars and date formats.
Dec	“Dec on a calendar”	Dec is the standard three-letter abbreviation for December commonly used in calendars and date formats.

The Correct Connections

Once the answer was revealed, everything made perfect sense. Here's how each clue connects:

May (May vs. MAY on calendar): Unlike other months that use three letters (JAN, FEB, etc.), May keeps its full spelling as a standard calendar abbreviation since it's already three letters.
Mar (Mar on the calendar): Mar is the standard three-letter abbreviation for March when written in calendar format.
Oct (Oct on a calendar): Oct is the standard three-letter abbreviation for October commonly used in calendar formats and date writing.
Jan (Jan on the calendar): Jan is the standard three-letter abbreviation for January commonly used in calendars and date formats.
Dec (Dec on a calendar): Dec is the standard three-letter abbreviation for December commonly used in calendars and date formats.

Lessons Learned from Pinpoint #475

1
Confirm the shared idea
Check how every clue maps back to "Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars." before you lock in an answer.
2
Lean on the walkthrough
Every clue in this set—May, Mar, Oct, Jan, and Dec—ultimately circles back to Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars.. May sparks the pattern, Oct reinforces it, and Dec locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
3
Adjust your pace
Treat this as a moderate puzzle and pace your guesses accordingly.

FAQ

What do May, Mar, Oct, Jan, and Dec have in common in LinkedIn Pinpoint #475?

Each clue ultimately points back to "Month Abbreviations — the three-letter (or in May’s case, unchanged) short forms you see in calendars.". The walkthrough below shows the specific links and supporting evidence.

How should I use these hints effectively?

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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Why is "Direction trap" a common trap in LinkedIn Pinpoint #475?

Swapping the order looks tempting (May, Mar, and Oct), but keeping the connector alongside each clue produces natural phrases and consistent grammar across the board.