NYT Connections Hints and Answers for November 20, 2025, #893

Happy Thursday, puzzlers! Today, as I sipped my morning coffee, I was greeted by a sky that looked like a painting come to life. The sunrise painted the horizon in hues of pink, orange, and purple, creating a breathtaking masterpiece above. It was a reminder that even the simplest moments can hold such beauty.

As you dive into today's Connections puzzle, keep an eye out for those sneaky decoys that might lead you astray. Remember, sometimes the most obvious answer isn't the right one. Scan for loose synonyms and stay sharp as you navigate through the color tiers of clues.

Have you ever marveled at how connections can be found in the most unexpected places? It's like putting together a puzzle where each piece fits perfectly, revealing a bigger picture. So, why not join in on the fun and see what connections you can uncover today?

So, grab a warm drink, cozy up, and let's unravel the threads that tie these clues together. If you need a hint or just want to jump in and play, the puzzle awaits!

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