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April 10, 2025

Game

NAUGHTY
CANARY
COAL
MINE
MUSTARD
SOY
RESERVE
MAYO
GOLD
GUSTO
GRINCH
ELLA
WELL
BAH
LEMON
STORE

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SHADES OF YELLOW


Colors that are variations of yellow

  • CANARY: A bright, vivid yellow, named after the bird.
  • GOLD: A metallic yellow, resembling the color of gold metal.
  • LEMON: A pale, slightly greenish yellow, like the fruit.
  • MUSTARD: A dark, muted yellow with a brownish tint, like mustard condiment.

SUPPLY


Sources or reserves of resources

  • MINE: A place where minerals or other resources are extracted from the earth.
  • RESERVE: A stock or backup supply of something.
  • STORE: A quantity of something kept for future use.
  • WELL: A source of water or other liquids, often natural.

ANTI-SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS


Elements associated with negativity or opposition to Christmas cheer

  • BAH: An expression of disdain or scorn, famously used by Scrooge in 'A Christmas Carol'.
  • COAL: Traditionally given to naughty children as a 'gift' instead of toys.
  • GRINCH: A character who hates Christmas, from Dr. Seuss's 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.
  • NAUGHTY: Behavior that is mischievous or disobedient, often associated with receiving coal for Christmas.

SPANISH WORDS


Common words borrowed from Spanish into English

  • ELLA: Spanish for 'she' or 'her'.
  • GUSTO: Spanish for 'taste' or 'pleasure', often used in English to mean enthusiasm.
  • MAYO: Short for 'mayonnaise', derived from the Spanish 'mayonesa'.
  • SOY: Spanish for 'I am', also the name of a popular legume and its products.