Happy Thursday, fellow solvers! Hope you're all buzzing with the energy of a busy weekday. Today, as I dashed out for a quick grocery run, I found myself caught in a delightful whirlwind of people rushing through their to-do lists. The crisp air nipped at my cheeks, reminding me of the puzzle's fresh challenges waiting to be unraveled.
Speaking of challenges, today's "Connections" puzzle is a true brain-teaser, with its colorful tiers and intricate links waiting to be discovered. Remember to keep your eyes peeled for those sneaky decoys that might lead you astray. Scan for loose synonyms and watch out for those clever cross-category connections!
As you dive into today's puzzle, think of it as a kaleidoscope of words and ideas, waiting to be rearranged into a beautiful pattern. So, why not grab a cup of coffee, settle into your favorite spot, and let your mind wander through the colorful maze of clues? Don't hesitate to ask for hints if you need a nudge in the right direction or jump right in and start connecting those dots!
Let's make today's puzzle-solving session a vibrant adventure of words and wit. Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of the grid? Happy puzzling, and may the connections be ever in your favor!
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
Reveal Answer
BIT OF A RESPONSE TO STRONG EMOTIONS
- CHILL
- GOOSEBUMP
- SHIVER
- TINGLE
Reveal Hint
Reveal Answer
BREAK THE RULES
- JAYWALK
- LITTER
- LOITER
- SPEED
Reveal Hint
Reveal Answer
FIRST-CLASS LEVERS
- CLOTHESPIN
- CROWBAR
- SCISSORS
- SEESAW
Reveal Hint
Reveal Answer
STARTING WITH CANDY BARS
- AEROPLANE
- DOVETAIL
- HEATHERS
- MARSALA