NYT Connections Hints and Answers for December 10, 2025, #914

Hey there, midweek puzzlers! It's hump day, and you know what that means—time to exercise those brain muscles with today's colorful Connections puzzle. Speaking of colors, have you noticed how the categories in this puzzle are like different hues on a painter's palette? Each one offers a unique challenge, so keep your eyes peeled for those sneaky connections!

As I was walking to the coffee shop this morning, I couldn't help but notice a strange coincidence. A man in a bright yellow raincoat crossed my path, and just a few steps ahead, a neon green umbrella caught my eye. It was like a real-life connection puzzle unfolding right in front of me! Who knew the world could be so puzzling, even on a drizzly Wednesday morning?

Remember, when tackling today's Connections puzzle, don't be afraid to think outside the box. Scan for loose synonyms, watch out for cross-category decoys, and most importantly, trust your instincts. Sometimes the most unlikely connections lead to the right answers. So, are you ready to dive in and crack the code of today's puzzle? Let's unravel those colorful clues together!

If you need a hint or just want to share your own serendipitous moments, feel free to jump in and join the fun. The puzzle world is always more vibrant when we puzzle together. Happy solving, and may your day be filled with delightful connections!

How to Play NYT Connections

Overview

Connections is a daily word puzzle game from The New York Times. The goal is to find groups of four words that share something in common. You’re presented with 16 words arranged in a 4×4 grid, and you must identify four groups of four related words.

Basic Rules

• You have 16 words total, arranged in a 4×4 grid
• There are exactly 4 groups of 4 related words each
• Each word belongs to exactly one group
• You must find all four groups to complete the puzzle
• You have 4 mistakes allowed before the game ends

How to Play

• Look at all 16 words and try to identify patterns or connections
• Select 4 words you think belong together by clicking/tapping them
• Click “Submit” to check if your group is correct
• If correct, those 4 words will be removed and grouped together
• If incorrect, you lose one of your 4 allowed mistakes
• Continue until you find all 4 groups or run out of mistakes

Difficulty Levels

The four groups are color-coded by difficulty:

• 🟨 YELLOW: Easiest – usually straightforward categories
• 🟩 GREEN: Easy-Medium – slightly more complex connections
• 🟦 BLUE: Medium-Hard – trickier associations or wordplay
• 🟪 PURPLE: Hardest – often involves puns, multiple meanings, or very subtle connections

Strategy Tips

• Start with the most obvious connections first
• Be careful of red herrings – words that seem to fit multiple categories
• If you’re unsure, try to eliminate what doesn’t belong first
• The purple group often involves wordplay, homophones, or very creative connections
• Don’t guess randomly – you only have 4 mistakes

Scoring

• Complete the puzzle to see your results
• Mistakes are tracked but don’t affect your final score
• Share your results with friends using the share button
• Results show how many mistakes you made for each group