Connections NYT is the latest sensation from The New York Times, captivating word game enthusiasts everywhere. Much like Wordle, Connections challenges players to identify common themes among a set of words. With each new puzzle presenting increasing difficulty, many players find themselves in need of a little extra help. If you're eager to solve today's puzzle or just want some guidance, read on for hints and strategies.
Connections is a daily word game introduced by The New York Times and has quickly become a social media favorite. Developed with the help of associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu, this game is available on web browsers and mobile devices. The objective is to group 16 words into four distinct categories, with each category representing a common thread.
In each puzzle, players must identify the correct groupings of words. The challenge lies in the fact that while multiple words may seem to fit a category, only one grouping is correct. Players are allowed up to four mistakes before the game ends, and they can rearrange and shuffle the board to aid in identifying connections. Each group is color-coded, ranging from yellow (easiest) to purple (most challenging). The results can be shared on social media, just like Wordle.
If you prefer to figure out the puzzle on your own, here are some hints for today's categories:
For those who need a bit more assistance, here are the specific categories for today's puzzle:
If you’re ready for the answers, here they are. Make sure to solve the puzzle before checking the solutions!
School Supplies: PEN, RULER, SCISSORS, TAPE
Fundamental: ESSENTIAL, KEY, PRINCIPAL, STAPLE
Transfer: GIVE, HAND, PASS, SEND
Light-Up Signs: APPLAUSE, EXIT, RECORDING, WALK
Don’t be discouraged if you didn’t get it right this time—there's always a new Connections puzzle waiting to challenge you tomorrow. Stay tuned for more hints and solutions!
If this isn’t the Connections game you were looking for, check out the hints and answers for yesterday's puzzle.
