What do Horse, Rat, Presidential, Drag, and Space have in common in LinkedIn Pinpoint #491?
Each clue ultimately points back to "Words that come before “race.”". The walkthrough below shows the specific links and supporting evidence.
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LinkedIn Pinpoint #491 Answer:
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Pinpoint #491 Walkthrough & Analysis
Puzzle Overview
词汇包含 Horse、Rat、Presidential、Drag、Space，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—Horse, Rat, Presidential, Drag, and Space—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “race.”. Horse sparks the pattern, Presidential reinforces it, and Space locks the shared idea in place once you view them through that lens.
How Each Clue Connects to "Words that come before “race.”"
| Clue Word | Example Phrase | Connection Explained |
|---|---|---|
| Horse | “Horse race” | A horse race is a competition where horses are ridden by jockeys and race against each other to complete a set distance. |
| Rat | “Rat race” | The term 'rat race' refers to the exhausting and competitive nature of modern work life, where individuals feel trapped in a struggle for success. |
| Presidential | “Presidential race” | The term refers to the electoral contest to select the President of a country, particularly in the context of the United States. |
| Drag | “Drag race” | A drag race is a competition of speed between two or more vehicles, typically over a straight distance. |
| Space | “Space race” | The term 'space race' refers to the competition between nations, particularly during the Cold War, to achieve significant milestones in space exploration. |
The Correct Connections
Once the answer was revealed, everything made perfect sense. Here's how each clue connects:
- Horse (Horse race): A horse race is a competition where horses are ridden by jockeys and race against each other to complete a set distance.
- Rat (Rat race): The term 'rat race' refers to the exhausting and competitive nature of modern work life, where individuals feel trapped in a struggle for success.
- Presidential (Presidential race): The term refers to the electoral contest to select the President of a country, particularly in the context of the United States.
- Drag (Drag race): A drag race is a competition of speed between two or more vehicles, typically over a straight distance.
- Space (Space race): The term 'space race' refers to the competition between nations, particularly during the Cold War, to achieve significant milestones in space exploration.
Lessons Learned from Pinpoint #491
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Confirm the shared idea
Check how every clue maps back to "Words that come before “race.”" before you lock in an answer.
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Lean on the walkthrough
Every clue in this set—Horse, Rat, Presidential, Drag, and Space—ultimately circles back to Words that come before “race.”. Horse sparks the pattern, Presidential reinforces it, and Space 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 #491?
Swapping the order looks tempting (Horse, Rat, and Presidential), but reading "race." before each clue keeps every phrase natural and consistent.