NYT Connections Hints and Answers for November 28, 2025, #901

Happy Friday, puzzlers! As we soak up the sun on this chilly day, I can't help but reminisce about those sticky summer afternoons when the humidity clung to my skin like a stubborn puzzle piece. Ah, the joys of battling frizzy hair and melting ice cream cones all at once!

In today's "Connections" challenge, you might find yourself untangling a web of colorful clues that will lead you to the ultimate solution. Remember, it's all about making those connections, whether you're exploring the vibrant yellow tier or diving deep into the mysterious purple realm.

So, as you scan for loose synonyms and watch out for those clever cross-category decoys, I have to ask: Can you spot the thread that ties it all together? The answer might be closer than you think.

Grab a cozy spot in the sun, pour yourself a warm drink, and let's crack this puzzle together. Need a nudge in the right direction? Drop a hint or dive right in—it's all about the journey!

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