Connectionsis the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The War Archivesgame is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connectionsresets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connectionssolution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableThe NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Timescredits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connectionscan be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for December 18Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Handling a task
Green: Brews with distinct flavors
Blue: Actions in the financial market
Purple: Precedes "dome"
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Deal With
Green: Styles of Beer
Blue:Investment Verbs
Purple: ___Dome
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #556 is...
Deal With: FIELD, HANDLE, MANAGE, TACKLE
Styles of Beer: BITTER, BOCK, SOUR, STOUT
Investment Verbs: HEDGE, HOLD, SHORT, TRADE
___Dome: CAPITOL, CHROME, ONION, TEAPOT
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connectionsfor you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 18Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!Check out our games hubfor Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Connections.
Topics Connections
Auburn vs. Creighton 2025 livestream: How to watch March Madness for free
Poland vs. Portugal 2024 livestream: Watch UEFA Nations League for free
California vs. Pittsburgh football livestreams: kickoff time, streaming deals, and more
Wordle today: The answer and hints for October 11
Bestway Hydro
NYT Connections Sports Edition hints and answers for October 12: Tips to solve Connections #19.
How your phone can save endangered languages
This Sonos soundbar is still 40% off after Prime Day
Stablecoin bill advances in U.S. Senate as Trump critics call to end his crypto dealings
'Daddy's Head's disturbing ending, explained
Bestway Hydro
Apple TV+ now available within Amazon Prime Video for $9.99 per month
Snag a pair of free Bose earbuds with the purchase of a Motorola phone
PS5 Pro preorder guide: Price, release date, availability
Musetti vs. Diallo 2025 livestream: Watch Madrid Open for free
Best Roomba deal: Get the self
NYT mini crossword answers for October 12
YouTube responds to accusations that it’s been 'hiding' the skip button on ads
Skype is finally shutting down
YouTube responds to accusations that it’s been 'hiding' the skip button on ads
This guy makes a 'September' music video every year, and this year it's the bestTrump attacks Kavanaugh’s accuser in a string of despicable tweetsBuffalo shooting prompts investigation into Twitch, 4chan, and Discord by New York AGThis Instagram account's ode to queer women's fashion is nostalgia at its gayestTwitter's new misinformation policy aims to tamp down misleading viral tweetsWatch this car wash employee expertly escape getting caught between two vehiclesPeople everywhere walk out in solidarity with sexual assault survivorsNearly 80% of young people don’t know what to trust when accessing sex ed onlineIn Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard, the losers are victims of domestic violenceTwitter's new misinformation policy aims to tamp down misleading viral tweetsZendaya (Meechee) is a big fan of the 'Zendaya is Meechee' meme'Wordle' today: Answer, hints for May 18This political ad has the best surprise ending of, uh, all timeWordle today: Here's the answer, hints for May 26The latest astrology meme will help you assemble your sign's perfect playlistThis political ad has the best surprise ending of, uh, all timeThis political ad has the best surprise ending of, uh, all timeNew Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern brings baby to UN General Assembly, makes historyRidiculous dudes hold Fenway Park banner hostage, and it's the most Boston thing everWatch this car wash employee expertly escape getting caught between two vehicles Boyfriend buying tampons for girlfriend asks whether she wants 'lemon or lime' flavor Ewan McGregor to return as Obi These LGBTQ teens have a strong message for Donald Trump NFL QB Andrew Luck is retiring and hey, let's focus on the nice stuff Hardcore retiree defies knitting group rules by trolling Donald Trump Not even the Minions are safe from Trump's inauguration This man wants to make dating great again for Trump supporters Genius mom has the best way of sneaking out of her kid's nursery See the super collection of the Guinness World Record holder who owns 1,518 Superman items Confident dog beats up on a scale for being, well, a scale 5 tweets for Black Women's Equal Pay Day that will inspire you to fight for equality Michelle Obama's final White House Instagram posts are crushing us Celebrities flood Instagram with final 'Thanks, Obama' posts J.K. Rowling shuts down Trump's inauguration with Horcrux Fall movie preview 2019: 6 horror films to watch Marvel's Moon Knight and She 14 times J.K. Rowling absolutely annihilated Donald Trump on Twitter Smart TV apps are convenient, but you should really stream with a device Police implement a solution to swatting, and it's spreading 'Control' review: A trippy mystery from the team behind 'Alan Wake'
1.416s , 10133.5546875 kb
Copyright © 2025 Powered by 【War Archives】,Warmth Information Network