LinkedIn Pinpoint Answer for November 25, 2025
LINKEDIN PINPOINT CLUES
November 25, 2025
Hot
Cold
Rain
Baby
Meteor (like the Leonids this month)
Clue Meanings Explained
For each clue, provide a pairing of its just meaning
Hot
This refers to a high temperature or a state of intense heat, often used to describe weather, objects, or sensations that are burning or very warm.
Cold
This describes a low temperature or the absence of heat, typically associated with chilly weather, ice, or a feeling of shivering.
Rain
This is liquid water in the form of droplets that have condensed from atmospheric water vapor and then become heavy enough to fall under gravity.
Baby
This refers to a very young offspring of a human, typically an infant that is in the earliest stage of life.
Meteor (like the Leonids this month)
This is a space rock—or meteoroid—that enters Earth's atmosphere and burns up, creating a "shooting star" effect, specifically referencing the Leonids which peak in November.
The Solve: A Tale of Wrong Turns
When I first saw the clue Hot, my mind immediately went to the basics. I thought about the weather or maybe something related to spicy food. It was such a broad starting point that it was impossible to pin down a specific category. I actually considered "Temperatures" or even "Spices" for a split second, but I knew I needed more data.
Then the second clue, Cold, popped up. At this point, the connection seemed obvious: "Opposites." I was almost certain the category was going to be "Temperature States" or "Thermal Descriptions." It’s a classic trap in Pinpoint where the first two clues lead you down a very specific, logical path that eventually turns out to be a bit of a red herring.
The third clue, Rain, is where things got interesting. "Rain" doesn't really fit the "Opposites" theme. You can have a hot rain or a cold rain, but it’s a noun, not just an adjective. I started thinking about "Weather Phenomena." But then I paused—could there be a word that follows all of these? Hot water, cold water, rain water... that worked, but "water" felt a bit too simple for a world-class puzzle.
When Baby appeared as the fourth clue, the "Weather" and "Temperature" theories completely evaporated. You don't have "Baby weather." This is where the mental shift happened. I stopped looking for what the words *were* and started looking for what word could *follow* them. Baby... shower? I circled back: Rain shower? Yes. Cold shower? Yes. Hot shower? Absolutely.
The final clue, Meteor, was the absolute clincher. With the mention of the Leonids, it solidified the connection perfectly. A meteor shower is a specific astronomical event, and it fits the linguistic pattern perfectly. By linking a celebration (Baby), a weather event (Rain), a celestial event (Meteor), and daily habits (Hot/Cold), the answer became crystal clear: these are all words that precede "shower."
Lessons Learned From Today's Pinpoint Solution
* Beware of the "Opposites" Trap: When you see two clues like Hot and Cold, don't immediately commit to a category based on their relationship to each other. Often, they are just two different descriptors for a third, hidden word.
* The "Suffix" Strategy: If the clues seem to be unrelated nouns and adjectives (like Baby and Hot), stop trying to find a synonym. Instead, try adding a common word after each clue to see if a phrase is formed.
* Contextualize Specific Examples: When a clue gives a specific parenthetical example (like the Leonids for Meteor), use that extra info. It’s usually there to ensure you don't confuse the clue with a different definition of the word.
* Patience Pays Off: In Pinpoint, the fourth clue is usually the "pivot" point where the true theme is revealed. If you're stuck after three clues, don't guess blindly—wait for that fourth clue to change your perspective.
Expert Q&A
Why is "Meteor" included in a list that features things like "Baby" and "Hot"?
The game relies on linguistic flexibility. While a "Baby shower" is a party and a "Hot shower" is a form of bathing, a "Meteor shower" is an astronomical event. The link is purely the word "shower" itself, not the nature of the events.
Does "Rain shower" mean the same thing as just "Rain"?
Not exactly. In meteorological terms, a "shower" is characterized by its start and stop nature and rapid changes in intensity, whereas "rain" can be more steady and widespread. However, for the purpose of this puzzle, it fits the "word + shower" formula.
How do the Leonids relate to the Meteor clue?
The Leonids are a famous meteor shower that occurs every November when Earth passes through the debris left by the comet Tempel-Tuttle. Including them in the clue helps the player identify "Meteor" as part of the "shower" category specifically during this time of year.
Could "Bridal" have been a clue in this puzzle?
Yes, "Bridal" would have been an excellent clue for this set. Much like "Baby," it refers to a celebratory party (a Bridal shower) and would have led the player toward the same conclusion.
What makes this specific puzzle tricky for beginners?
The initial pairing of "Hot" and "Cold" is a classic distractor. Most people will think of temperature or climate first, making the jump to "Baby" or "Meteor" difficult unless they are looking for a common suffix.