NYT Connections Hints and Answers for November 11, 2025, #884

Welcome, fellow puzzle enthusiasts, to this cozy Tuesday edition of Connections! So, picture this: I was running a tad late this morning, and just as I dashed for the elevator, someone kindly held the doors open… for what felt like an eternity. As I stood there, feeling like a character in a slow-motion movie scene, I couldn't help but wonder if this was a subtle hint to slow down and savor the moment.

As we dive into today's puzzle, keep an eye out for those sneaky yellow-tier connections that might be hiding in plain sight. Remember, sometimes the most obvious link is not the right one! Scan for loose synonyms and watch out for those enticing cross-category decoys that might lead you astray.

With the weather a chilly 37 degrees and the sky overcast, what better way to warm up those synapses than with a stimulating puzzle session? So, grab your favorite hot beverage, cozy up in your favorite spot, and let's embark on this colorful journey of connections together. Ready to unravel the mysteries and connect the dots? Feel free to jump in, or drop a hint if you're feeling stuck. Let's crack this code and conquer this puzzle with wit and wisdom!

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