Ah, Tuesday, the unsung hero of the weekdays! It’s like the middle child of the workweek, quietly chugging along, not as flashy as Monday or Friday, but oh-so-reliable. Speaking of reliability, have you ever noticed how certain treats seem to be tied to specific seasons? I was sipping on a refreshing lemonade yesterday, trying to hold onto that last bit of summer in this brisk 39-degree weather. It’s all about finding those little moments of joy, right?
As we dive into today’s “Connections” puzzle, keep an eye out for those sneaky color tiers. You might think you’ve spotted all the yellows, only to realize there’s a hidden green waiting to be discovered. Scan for loose synonyms, watch out for cross-category decoys, and remember – the thrill is in the hunt!
Now, here’s a question for you: What’s your go-to puzzle-solving snack? Are you a fan of brain fuel like pumpkin spice goodies or a cool treat like popsicles? Let me know as you tackle today’s challenge. So, why not grab a warm drink, cozy up in your favorite spot, and let’s unravel these delightful word connections together. Ready to reveal hints or jump right in? Let’s do this!
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
Residence alternatives
Reveal Answer
APARTMENT
- DIGS
- FLAT
- PAD
- QUARTERS
Reveal Hint
Resonant tones
Reveal Answer
SONOROUS
- CLEAR
- DEEP
- FULL
- RICH
Reveal Hint
Strong card combinations
Reveal Answer
POKER HANDS, FAMILIARLY
- BOAT
- FLUSH
- QUADS
- STRAIGHT
Reveal Hint
Inflated party companion
Reveal Answer
___ ANIMAL
- BALLOON
- PACK
- PARTY
- STUFFED