The NYT Connections puzzle refreshes daily at midnight based on your local time zone, offering a fresh challenge each day. For puzzle enthusiasts, it’s a great way to exercise your mind.
Before we dive into today’s connections hint, let’s take a brief look at yesterday’s solutions to understand the puzzle approach better.
Hello, Connectors!
I hope you’re enjoying a wonderful week so far! A quick reminder: tomorrow is the only Friday the 13th of the year. If you get a bit superstitious, this is your time to be extra cautious. As for me, I’ll be attending a show tomorrow, but I’m anticipating some crowd challenges due to the Formula One race weekend. Wish me luck or good vibes, depending on your perspective!
Before we tackle today’s NYT Connections hint, don’t forget to check out our active community on Discord. It’s an excellent spot to chat about NYT Connections, exchange strategies, or discuss your overall puzzle experience. You’re welcome to join us! It’s also the perfect place for giving feedback on my columns, especially if you notice any errors (which, of course, doesn’t happen often!). I also share special weekend editions through my newsletter, Pastimes, which you can explore here.
Now, let’s explore the hints and solutions for today’s NYT Connections puzzle!
How to Play Connections
If you’re new to NYT Connections, here’s a quick overview. Every day, the game presents a new set of 16 words, and your objective is to organize them into four distinct groups of four. The connections between these words could be thematic or based on similar meanings or actions. The game colors groups based on how easy they are to solve, helping guide you through.
If you find yourself struggling with today’s puzzle, check out these NYT Connections hints to give you a hand.
Today’s Connections Hints:
🟨 Yellow group — getting close
🟩 Green group — did you hear what I did?
🟦 Blue group — related to forestry or posting notices
🟪 Purple group — avoid keeping things casual
Need a little more support? Here are the keywords for each group:
🟨 Yellow group — SPOONING
🟩 Green group — DISHING
🟦 Blue group — BOWLING
🟪 Purple group — MISSING
Now that you have these connections hints let’s break down the groups.
Today’s NYT Connections Categories
Here’s the grouping based on the connections hint today:
- 🟨 Yellow group — becoming comfortable: CUDDLING, HUGGING, SNUGGLING, SPOONING
- 🟩 Green group — spreading gossip: BUZZING, DISHING, SPILLING, WHISPERING
- 🟦 Blue group — activities involving pins or needles: ACUPUNCTURING, BOWLING, SEWING, WRESTLING
- 🟪 Purple group — related to titles: DOCTORING, LORDING, MISSING, SIRING
Final Thoughts
I hope these NYT Connections hints make today’s puzzle a little easier to tackle! Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, the more you practice, the better you get. Don’t forget to check out tomorrow’s column for additional connection hints.
Stay hydrated and kind! And if you want to join in on the fun, don’t forget to visit our Discord to share your results and tips. You can also check out my blog for frequent updates on NYT Connections and other word puzzles.
Latest News:
If you missed it, here are some exciting updates for NYT Connections:
- NYT has added new features to the Games app, making it easier to access hints directly in the app.
- If you missed any recent puzzles, the NYT Connections archive is now available to those with an All Access or Games subscription.
- The Connections community is growing, with great discussions happening on platforms like Discord. It’s the perfect place to talk about strategies and get better at solving puzzles!
