NYT Connections Hints and Answers for November 27, 2025, #900

Happy Thursday, solvers! As I sipped my morning coffee today, I found myself caught in a whirlwind of messages on a family text thread. Everyone had an opinion on where to have our next reunion—talk about a colorful debate! Amidst the chaos of emojis and exclamation points, I couldn't help but chuckle at the mix of excitement and indecision.

Speaking of colorful debates, today's "Connections" puzzle is a delightful mix of hues and hints. As you dive in, keep an eye out for those sneaky cross-category decoys. Scan for loose synonyms and don't be afraid to think outside the box—after all, the best connections often come from unexpected places.

So, dear solvers, are you ready to untangle the threads and reveal the hidden patterns? Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time player, there's a place for everyone in today's challenge. So grab a cozy spot, sharpen your wits, and let's embark on this puzzling adventure together. Need a hint or just want to jump in? The colorful world of "Connections" 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