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Pinpoint Answer Today asks: what links Lame, Sitting, Rubber, Peking, and Donald - 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.
Lame Sitting Rubber Peking - What connects Lame, Sitting, Rubber, Peking?
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Every clue in this set—Lame, Sitting, Rubber, Peking, and Donald—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “duck” — each clue forms a common phrase or proper noun when placed before the word duck .. Lame sparks the pattern, Rubber reinforces it, and Donald locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
In this walkthrough we retrace the solution path, show how clues like Lame, Sitting, Rubber, and Peking reinforce "Words that come before “duck” — each clue forms a common phrase or proper noun when placed before the word duck .", and capture LinkedIn Pinpoint answers you can reuse tomorrow.
| Clue Word | Example Phrase | Connection Explained |
|---|---|---|
| Lame | “Lame duck” | A 'lame duck' refers to an elected official or organization that is still in office but has lost influence or power, often used in the context of a political leader who is approaching the end of their term. |
| Sitting | “Sitting duck” | A 'sitting duck' refers to someone or something that is vulnerable or an easy target, often used in contexts of danger or attack. |
| Rubber | “Rubber duck” | A rubber duck is a classic toy, often associated with bath time, that is shaped like a duck and made of rubber. |
| Peking | “Peking duck” | Peking duck is a famous Chinese dish known for its crispy skin and tender meat, traditionally served with pancakes and hoisin sauce. |
| Donald | “Donald Duck” | Donald Duck is a famous cartoon character created by Disney, known for his distinctive voice and personality. |
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 "Words that come before “duck” — each clue forms a common phrase or proper noun when placed before the word duck ." before you lock in an answer.
Lean on the walkthrough
Every clue in this set—Lame, Sitting, Rubber, Peking, and Donald—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “duck” — each clue forms a common phrase or proper noun when placed before the word duck .. Lame sparks the pattern, Rubber reinforces it, and Donald locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
Adjust your pace
Treat this as a moderate puzzle and pace your guesses accordingly.
Each clue ultimately points back to "Words that come before “duck” — each clue forms a common phrase or proper noun when placed before the word duck .". The walkthrough below shows the specific links and supporting evidence.
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Swapping the order looks tempting (Lame, Sitting, and Rubber), but reading "duck" before each clue keeps every phrase natural and consistent.
