What is the answer to LinkedIn Pinpoint #566?
The answer is Phrase: Moon shot, Flu shot, Espresso shot, Jump shot, Not by a long shot.
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LinkedIn Pinpoint #566 Answer:
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Pinpoint #566 Walkthrough & Analysis
Puzzle Overview
Moon shot is a bold, ambitious attempt, a flu shot is a vaccination, an espresso shot is a single serving of coffee, a jump shot is a basketball scoring move, and 'not by a long shot' is an idiom meaning 'not even close'. The clues range from sports to medicine to coffee, but every one forms a familiar phrase with the word 'shot', making words that precede 'shot' the connector.
Early guesses like 'things related to basketball' or 'phrases about risk' feel tempting but break on flu and espresso. Once you try reading each clue followed by 'shot' and hear how natural the phrases sound, alternative themes fall away and the shared word becomes obvious.
How the Solution Emerged
Early guesses like 'things related to basketball' or 'phrases about risk' feel tempting but break on flu and espresso. Once you try reading each clue followed by 'shot' and hear how natural the phrases sound, alternative themes fall away and the shared word becomes obvious.
How Each Clue Connects to "Words that precede 'shot'"
| Clue Word | Example Phrase | Connection Explained |
|---|---|---|
| Moon | “Aiming for a moon shot” | Moon (noun + Astronomy): A term used for ambitious projects or goals, derived from the Apollo missions aiming for the moon. |
| Flu | “Getting a flu shot” | Flu (noun + Medicine): A vaccination aimed at preventing the influenza virus, commonly referred to as a flu shot. |
| Espresso | “Ordering an espresso shot” | Espresso (noun + Beverage): A concentrated coffee brewed by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans, often served as a shot. |
| Jump | “Making a jump shot” | Jump (noun + Sports): A basketball shot taken while jumping, emphasizing technique and skill. |
| Not by a long | “Saying not by a long shot” | Not by a long (phrase + Idiom): Used to emphasize that something is far from true or possible. |
The Correct Connections
Once the answer was revealed, everything made perfect sense. Here's how each clue connects:
- Moon (Aiming for a moon shot): Moon (noun + Astronomy): A term used for ambitious projects or goals, derived from the Apollo missions aiming for the moon.
- Flu (Getting a flu shot): Flu (noun + Medicine): A vaccination aimed at preventing the influenza virus, commonly referred to as a flu shot.
- Espresso (Ordering an espresso shot): Espresso (noun + Beverage): A concentrated coffee brewed by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans, often served as a shot.
- Jump (Making a jump shot): Jump (noun + Sports): A basketball shot taken while jumping, emphasizing technique and skill.
- Not by a long (Saying not by a long shot): Not by a long (phrase + Idiom): Used to emphasize that something is far from true or possible.
Lessons Learned from Pinpoint #566
- 1
Always consider common phrases
Words can often lead to well-known expressions that may solve the puzzle.
- 2
Look for thematic connections
Clues may not be directly related, but can connect through a shared context.
- 3
Avoid literal interpretations
Thinking too literally can lead to missing the broader implications of the clues.
FAQ
How do I approach similar puzzles?
Start by identifying common themes among the clues.
What if I get stuck?
Take a break and revisit the clues with fresh eyes.