#480August 23, 2025

LinkedIn Pinpoint #480 answer

Explore the clues and hints below before revealing the answer.

Clues

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Difficulty and pattern

Tricky4/5Words before a shared word

Spoiler-free hint

Test whether every clue works with the same hidden word pattern.

Turning clue

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Analysis

Pinpoint 480 Answer & Full Analysis - August 23, 2025

Quick Solve Card

  • Answer: Places that have 'New' before them
  • Difficulty: Tricky, 4/5
  • Pattern type: Words before a shared word
  • Spoiler-free hint: Test whether every clue works with the same hidden word pattern.

Why This Answer Fits

The answer is Places that have 'New' before them.

Clue Breakdown

ClueHow it fits
EnglandA northeastern region of the United States.
MexicoA southwestern U.S. state bordering Texas.
-foundlandA Canadian province known for cod fishing.
DelhiThe capital city of India.
ZealandAn island nation in the southwestern Pacific.

Why Not Another Answer?

  • A literal category: the clues may look unrelated until the same word pattern is applied to each one.

Solving Takeaway

When the clue meanings do not share a literal category, test a shared prefix, suffix, or paired word.

FAQ

Q1: What is the answer to LinkedIn Pinpoint #480? The answer is Places that have 'New' before them.

Q2: How should I approach a similar Pinpoint puzzle? Use the same rule on every clue. If one clue only fits after changing the rule, the answer is probably too broad or too narrow.

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