Connections is the latest addictive puzzle game from the New York Times. Your task is to categorize a pool of 16 words into four secret groups based on how they relate to each other. The puzzle resets nightly at midnight, with varying difficulty levels each day. Just like Wordle, you can track your winning streak and compare scores with friends.
Some days are trickier than others. If you’re struggling with today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t solve it, we’ll reveal today’s answers at the very end.
How to Play NYT Connections
In Connections, you’ll see a grid of 16 words. Your objective is to sort these words into four groups of four by identifying the connections that link them. These connections could be anything from video game titles, book series sequels, shades of red, names of chain restaurants, etc.
Steps to Play:
- Identify Possible Groups: Look for words that might fit into the same category.
- Shuffle and Rearrange: Move the words around to see potential connections more clearly.
- Submit Guesses: Pick four words and hit “Submit.” If correct, the words will be removed, and the theme connecting them will be revealed.
- Avoid Mistakes: You only have four mistakes available before the game ends.
Each group is color-coded, with the yellow group being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple groups.
Hints for Today’s NYT Connections
If you’re having trouble solving today’s Connections, here are some hints:
Today’s Themes:
- BASKETBALL SHOTS
- FISH
- QUALITIES OF THICK HAIR
- ___ CHILD
One-Word Reveals:
- BASKETBALL SHOTS: DUNK
- FISH: PERCH
- QUALITIES OF THICK HAIR: BODY
- ___ CHILD: FLOWER
Today’s NYT Connections Answers
If you still can’t figure it out, here are today’s Connections answers:
BASKETBALL SHOTS:
- DUNK
- FLOATER
- LAYUP
- THREE
FISH:
- PERCH
- PIKE
- SKATE
- SOLE
QUALITIES OF THICK HAIR:
- BODY
- BOUNCE
- LIFT
- VOLUME
___ CHILD:
- FLOWER
- ONLY
- POSTER
- PROBLEM
Connections grids vary widely and change every day. If you couldn’t solve today’s puzzle, be sure to check back tomorrow for a new challenge. Happy puzzling!
