Hints
Today’s Connections is one of those puzzles that starts straightforward and then turns unexpectedly specific. You’ll be sorting words into four tight categories: two that feel everyday, one that’s a bit knotty, and one that’s basically a “nearly” theme—without quite saying what you might expect.
Start with the easiest set. Those answers are all about adjusting what you’re watching—think of a common action you do to change what’s on the screen.
Next up is the green group, which is more literal than it first appears. The category is all about things worn around the neck—items you’d recognize instantly even if you don’t wear them often.
The blue group is where things start to twist: these are strings tied in knots. You’re looking for specific craft/cord-related terms that match the “tied up” vibe.
Finally, the purple group points to a common phrase that’s close to “peace,” but not quite it. The missing word pairs with “piece” to form familiar, everyday terms.
Answers
Yellow (Units of TV programs): episode, franchise, season, series
Green (Things worn around the neck): boa, chain, lanyard, tie
Blue (Strings tied in knots): friendship bracelet, macrame, quipu, shoelaces
Purple (____ piece): conversation, period, puff, think
If you got stuck, a good strategy is to lock in one word from each group—then work outward. For example, once you identify the “neck” set, the remaining words tend to snap into place quickly. And for the last category, try filling in the blank mentally with common phrases that end with “piece,” rather than forcing “peace” to appear directly.
