Spoilers ahead! We've warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you've completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today's NYT 'Connections' hints and answers for #513 on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Tuesday's puzzle, you're not alone and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I'll reveal the answers further down.

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Hints About Today's NYT Connections Categories on Tuesday, November 5

1. All of these have a textured surface.

2. These have a natural covering.

3. Characters from an animated film.

4. The terms in this category are the second part of a two-word phrase (hint: the first word deals with something that's mystical and enchanting).

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Today's Connections Game Answers for Tuesday, November 5, 2024:

1. THINGS THAT ARE FUZZY: CATERPILLAR, FLEECE, PEACH, PIPE CLEANER

2. THINGS WITH SHELLS: CLAM, EGG, NUT, TURTLE

3. FIGURES IN "SHREK": DONKEY, DRAGON, OGRE, PRINCESS

4. MAGIC _____: CARPET, KINGDOM, MARKER, MUSHROOM

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