Ah, Sunday – the day of leisurely brunches, cozy blankets, and, of course, a fresh new puzzle to tackle! Speaking of which, have you ever lost something only to find it in the most unexpected place? This morning, I was frantically searching for my keys, only to discover them nestled snugly in the refrigerator. It seems my absent-mindedness knows no bounds!
As you embark on today's "Connections" puzzle, keep an eye out for those sneaky yellow and green clues that might lead you astray. Remember to scan for loose synonyms and watch out for those cross-category decoys that love to trip you up. And if you're feeling a bit stuck, why not take a break, make a cup of tea, and come back with fresh eyes?
So, dear solver, are you ready to dive into the world of wordplay and unravel the colorful threads of today's puzzle? Don't be shy to ask for hints or share your own strategies – after all, a little nudge in the right direction can make all the difference. Let's get those mental gears turning and see where the connections lead us today!
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
Reveal Hint
Seating with flair
Reveal Answer
LIVING ROOM FURNITURE
- ARMCHAIR
- BOOKCASE
- CONSOLE
- FOOTSTOOL
Reveal Hint
Skill spectrum
Reveal Answer
EXPERIENCE LEVELS
- EXPERT
- INTERMEDIATE
- NOVICE
- PROFICIENT
Reveal Hint
Trustworthy commitment
Reveal Answer
PROMISE
- AGREEMENT
- COMPACT
- HANDSHAKE
- UNDERSTANDING
Reveal Hint
American terminations
Reveal Answer
ENDING IN U.S
- COINS. CEFTAZIDIME
- HEADQUARTER
- MONEYPENNY
- PUMPERNICKEL