NYT Connections Hints and Answers for November 27, 2025, #901

Hey there, fellow puzzle enthusiasts! It's Thursday, the day that sits right in the middle of the workweek, like the creamy filling in an Oreo cookie. Today, as I stepped outside, I was greeted by the first chill of the season, making me reach for my cozy scarf and gloves. It seems like winter is knocking on the door, ready to make its grand entrance.

As you dive into today's "Connections" puzzle, remember to keep an eye out for those sneaky yellow and green clues that might try to lead you astray. Scan for loose synonyms and watch out for those cross-category decoys that could trip you up. Trust your instincts and don't be afraid to make those bold connections between the clues.

So, are you ready to put your brain to the test and unravel the web of connections waiting for you today? Take a sip of your favorite warm beverage, settle in, and let's crack these clues together. Need a hint or just want to jump in and play? The puzzle is calling your name!

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