What do Dust, Fur, Foot, Basket, and Bowling have in common in LinkedIn Pinpoint #519?
Each clue ultimately points back to "Words that come before “ball”". The walkthrough below shows the specific links and supporting evidence.
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LinkedIn Pinpoint #519 Answer:
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Pinpoint #519 Walkthrough & Analysis
Puzzle Overview
词汇包含 Dust、Fur、Foot、Basket、Bowling，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—Dust, Fur, Foot, Basket, and Bowling—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “ball”. Dust sparks the pattern, Foot reinforces it, and Bowling locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
How Each Clue Connects to "Words that come before “ball”"
| Clue Word | Example Phrase | Connection Explained |
|---|---|---|
| Dust | “Dust ball” | A dust ball is a clump of dust that collects and can often be found rolling around in corners or under furniture. |
| Fur | “Fur ball” | A fur ball is a mass of hair that pets, particularly cats, regurgitate after grooming themselves. |
| Foot | “Football” | Football is a sport played with a spherical ball, and the term 'foot' is integral to its name, indicating the use of feet to play the game. |
| Basket | “Basketball” | The term 'basketball' refers to the sport played with a ball and hoop, where 'basket' is the first part of the compound word that describes the game. |
| Bowling | “Bowling ball” | A bowling ball is a heavy, spherical object used in the sport of bowling to knock down pins. |
The Correct Connections
Once the answer was revealed, everything made perfect sense. Here's how each clue connects:
- Dust (Dust ball): A dust ball is a clump of dust that collects and can often be found rolling around in corners or under furniture.
- Fur (Fur ball): A fur ball is a mass of hair that pets, particularly cats, regurgitate after grooming themselves.
- Foot (Football): Football is a sport played with a spherical ball, and the term 'foot' is integral to its name, indicating the use of feet to play the game.
- Basket (Basketball): The term 'basketball' refers to the sport played with a ball and hoop, where 'basket' is the first part of the compound word that describes the game.
- Bowling (Bowling ball): A bowling ball is a heavy, spherical object used in the sport of bowling to knock down pins.
Lessons Learned from Pinpoint #519
- 1
Confirm the shared idea
Check how every clue maps back to "Words that come before “ball”" before you lock in an answer.
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Lean on the walkthrough
Every clue in this set—Dust, Fur, Foot, Basket, and Bowling—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “ball”. Dust sparks the pattern, Foot reinforces it, and Bowling locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
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Adjust your pace
Treat this as a moderate puzzle and pace your guesses accordingly.
FAQ
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 #519?
Swapping the order looks tempting (Dust, Fur, and Foot), but reading "ball" before each clue keeps every phrase natural and consistent.