Connections NYT is the latest buzzworthy word game from The New York Times. Like its predecessor Wordle, it resets daily, offering a new puzzle every day. The challenge? Identifying the common threads between 16 seemingly random words. Each puzzle breaks down into four distinct categories, and your task is to group the words according to these categories. If you're stuck or just want to check today's puzzle, read on for hints, tips, and the solutions for September 1.
Connections is the newest addition to the NYT's Games section, thanks to associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu. This game is accessible on both web browsers and mobile devices. Players must organize 16 words into four groups based on a shared theme. Categories can range from book titles to country names, and only one correct grouping exists per puzzle. Players get up to four mistakes before the game ends, but you can rearrange and shuffle the board to aid in finding connections. The game also features a color-coding system to indicate difficulty: yellow (easiest), followed by green, blue, and purple. As with Wordle, you can share your results on social media.
If you'd prefer a nudge rather than the full solution, here are some hints for today's categories:
Here are the categories for today’s puzzle:
Ready for the answers? Here’s how today's words break down:
Don't worry if you didn't solve it this time—tomorrow’s puzzle will bring new challenges and opportunities. Check back for more hints and tips to keep your Connections game sharp!
