Hello, fellow puzzle enthusiasts! It's a brisk Tuesday, perfect for diving into today's Connections challenge. As I was out running a quick errand this morning, the chill in the air reminded me of the cool logic needed to crack these puzzles.
Just like sorting through different types of groceries, you'll need to sift through the colorful tiers of clues in today's puzzle. Keep an eye out for those sneaky decoys hiding among the categories. Remember, a keen eye for detail is your best tool.
And here's a question to ponder: Can you spot the subtle links that tie everything together in today's puzzle? It's like finding the common thread in a bustling marketplace—sometimes it's right in front of you, disguised as everyday items.
So, why not warm up your brain on this chilly day and give it a go? If you need a nudge in the right direction or a hint to get started, don't hesitate to jump in and ask. Happy solving, and may your connections be as clear as today's weather!
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
Companions for a festive package
Reveal Answer
PRESENT GO-WITHS
- BOW
- CARD
- GIFT WRAP
- RIBBON
Reveal Hint
Push and bump
Reveal Answer
JOSTLE
- ELBOW
- PRESS
- SHOULDER
- SHOVE
Reveal Hint
Items for a well-dressed gentleman
Reveal Answer
ACCESSORIES FOR MR
- MONOPOLY. BOWTIE
- CANE
- MONEYBAG
- TOP HAT
Reveal Hint
Ankle-adjacent body parts
Reveal Answer
PARTS OF THE FOOT PLUS STARTING LETTER
- OTOE
- PARCH
- RANKLE
- WHEEL